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The Provision of Internal Audit Services

N H S SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES

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08 Jul 2026 at 07:08

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "The Provision of Internal Audit Services" was initiated by the NHS Shared Business Services, located in Salford, England. This tender, classified under the CPV code 79200000 for Accounting, Auditing, and Fiscal Services, completed its procurement stage in July 2026. It sought a single supplier to provide comprehensive internal audit services to the NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board. The procurement method utilised was selective, conducted as a call-off from a framework agreement, with the contract commencing on 1st April 2026 and concluding on 31st March 2029. The award was made to MIAA, a large-scale supplier based in Liverpool, for a contract value of £333,202.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in accounting and audit services, particularly those able to serve large public sector clients. With a focus on continuous improvement of governance, risk management, and internal control processes, businesses that can offer innovative and value-adding audit services are well-suited for such tenders. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could also leverage this opportunity to demonstrate their capabilities in a regulated and high-stakes environment, paving the way for potential future engagements within the public healthcare sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Provision of Internal Audit Services

Notice Description

Appointment of a single supplier to provide Internal Audit Services to NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board (ICB), including the fulfilment of all relevant statutory and regulatory obligations. The Internal Audit Service will evaluate and support the continuous improvement of the ICB's governance, risk management and internal control processes. The service will provide independent and objective assurance on the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, governance arrangements and value-for-money procedures. The appointed supplier will deliver an independent internal audit function that adds value and enhances organisational performance through the systematic evaluation of risk management, control and governance processes, together with the provision of recommendations for improvement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-882be67b-bb36-494b-9572-5448196683df
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f0c44d68-b439-4f86-a808-8b7bae81867c
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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

79200000 - Accounting, auditing and fiscal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£333,202 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£333,202 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
27 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20263 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
N H S SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M50 2UW
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Quays
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MIAA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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