Tender: External Audit Services for Two Council-Owned Companies – Financial Year Ending 31 March 2027

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The Council is seeking external audit services to commence with the audit of accounts for the 2026/2027 financial year ending 31 March 2027. The contract has an initial two-year term with an option to extend for up to a further two years, performance will be monitored through agreed key performance indicators and contractors will be formally re-appointed on an annual basis subject to approval by the Audit and Governance Sub-Committee or the Board of Directors. Bidders must demonstrate how they will deliver the required services, identify opportunities to innovate the service delivery model, provide efficiency savings and reduce demands on council resources during the audit process. Suitably qualified and experienced firms may submit tenders for one or both organisations (Lot 1 and/or Lot 2) and may offer a discount if awarded both contracts.