The following core services will be provided by the prospective supplier:

- one cold file review per audit of accounts director for each year of the contract (if let) (ordinarily four to five reviews per annum), to include emphasis both on compliance with standards and on audit efficiency;

- one cold file review per performance audit director for each year of the contract (if let) (ordinarily three reviews per annum), to include emphasis both on compliance with standards, audit efficiency and impact;

- review of the system of quality management under ISQM 1;

- advice on good practice and cutting-edge developments in audit methodology and quality.

The Wales Audit Office is seeking to appoint a supplier to provide quality monitoring services in respect of the accounts with effect from 2021-22 audit year and performance audit work over the period of the contract.