Financial Audit and Assurance Services Contract Modification

The National Audit Office is modifying existing Financial Audit and Assurance Services contracts (originally awarded under procurement reference GEN_20_22) to increase the overall contract value by £9.6 million and extend the current arrangements. This modification ensures continuity of audit and assurance services across the UK, including devolved affairs representation and community grant oversight. The modification maintains the existing scope and objectives while supporting the National Audit Office's statutory responsibilities. The increase in contract value remains below 50% of the original contract amount. Suppliers should note that this modification addresses the need for additional audit and assurance services from existing contractors to maintain continuity of statutory audit delivery, prevent disruption to audit planning and quality assurance, and avoid significant costs and inconvenience associated with changing contractors.