UNICEF Moldova invites interested companies to submit their proposals for Periodic On-site Financial Assurance services

UNDP, UNFPA and UNICEF Agencies Offices in Moldova are interested in contracting under Long Term Arrangements companies, as third-party service providers, to provide professional Periodic On-site Financial Assurance (spot-check) services, as detailed in the attached Terms of Reference (ToR).

The purpose of the Spot Checks assurance activity is to determine whether the funds transferred to Implementing Partners (IPs) were used for their intended purpose and in accordance with the work plan or programme document, through a review of financial records related to the management of the partnership with the UN Agency. Spot Checks will be performed in accordance to an agreed-upon procedures engagement.

The LTA(s) signed under this solicitation are expected to have a duration of 3 + 2 years months. Initially the LTAs will be signed for three years (2021-2024) with an option for renewal for two subsequent years, subject to satisfactory performance evaluation and continuing need for the service.

Please find detailed description of the services required in the ToR attached.

Requirements for applying companies:

• Legal entity registered as per Moldovan legislation for providing qualified auditing services, financial assessment services, evaluation services, financial consulting services;  
• At least 3 years of experience providing professional relevant services;
• Proven record of application of ISRS 4400 - at least 2 fulfilled projects;
• Previous work with UN agencies, international organisations or donors will be considered an asset (at least 1 proven record of previous cooperation);
• At least 2 relevant recommendations letters issued within the period 2018 - 2021;
• Quality control and assurance mechanism.

For more details on the call and how to apply, please visit: https://sc.undp.md/tnddetails_un/2310/

Application deadline: 31 August 2021