Award

Hybrid Internal Audit Services

THE PENSIONS REGULATOR

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27 Feb 2026 at 12:32

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for "Hybrid Internal Audit Services" has reached the award stage. Conducted by The Pensions Regulator, located in Brighton, this tender falls under the business services category, focusing on internal auditing. The tender, with a value of £300,000, was executed through a selective procurement method, specifically by calling off from a framework agreement. It is situated in the South East of the United Kingdom and is primarily aimed at service-oriented businesses. The award was activated on 13th January 2026, with the contract starting on 1st March 2026 and expected to end by 28th February 2027. Additionally, the contract includes options for three 12-month extensions, creating further long-term engagement possibilities.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs that specialise in consulting, auditing, and related business services. With The Pensions Regulator as the contracting authority, businesses have the chance to strengthen their professional relationships and build credibility by securing long-term contracts with a significant government entity. Companies like BDO LLP, a large enterprise already awarded the contract, can leverage this agreement to enhance their service portfolio and market reach within the UK's business services sector. The procurement process employs a structured framework agreement strategy, ensuring a competitive but organised selection environment.

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Notice Title

Hybrid Internal Audit Services

Notice Description

Provision to The Pensions Regulator of internal auditing services as required. Please note this contract is for an initial period of 12 months and has 3 x 12 month optional extensions beyond this. The total contract value shown is inclusive of all of these extension options.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0a2190e4-0527-46d0-a3af-f35f9bc22017
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
7 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Jan 20262 months ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE PENSIONS REGULATOR
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRIGHTON
Postcode
BN1 6AF
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ21 Brighton and Hove
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Brighton and Hove
Electoral Ward
Preston Park
Westminster Constituency
Brighton Pavilion

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BDO

Further Information

Notice Documents

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