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Internal Audit Services

STAFFORDSHIRE POLICE

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21 Jul 2022 at 10:48

Summary of the contracting process

The Staffordshire Police is seeking to procure Internal Audit Services, aimed at ensuring the adequacy and reliability of internal controls within the organisation. This procurement falls under the service sector, specifically classified under auditing services (CPV code 79212000). The tender process concluded on 14 March 2022, with a contract period starting on 1 April 2022 and extending until 31 March 2024. The estimated contract value is £450,000, with a minimum value of £217,000. This opportunity was initiated through a selective procurement method, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in auditing and assurance services. Businesses that can provide comprehensive internal audit solutions, including risk assessment and fraud detection, would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. By participating in this procurement process, organisations have the potential to enhance their market presence and build a relationship with a key public sector client, contributing to their business growth.

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Notice Title

Internal Audit Services

Notice Description

An Internal Audit Service, which provides assurance through examination and evaluation of the adequacy, effectiveness and reliability of the system of internal control and the quality of performance. The full range of internal audit activities required to be undertaken includes: 5.2.1 The provision of an independent and objective annual audit opinion on the adequacy, effectiveness and reliability of the system of internal control. 5.2.2 The development of an Audit Strategy which is based on an audit needs assessment which has been mapped to the Corporate Risk Register. 5.2.3 The provision of an annual report on the audit programme of the OPFCC & Chief Constables' performance in responding to the agreed annual audit plan and implementing recommendations arising from the internal audit. 5.2.4 The production of timely, accurate and relevant final audit reports throughout the year which can be easily understood, where no ongoing discussion is required to clarify points of contention. 5.2.5 Presenting reports and updates to Members of the Ethics, Transparency and Audit Panel, addressing the results of the audits conducted, summarising observations and recommendations made and OPFCC and Chief Constable's responses to the audit findings. 5.2.6 Liaison with the external auditor to provide robust challenge to the OPFCC and Chief Constable and accordingly, assurance to the Ethics, Transparency and Audit Panel. 5.2.7 Assisting the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner and Chief Constable in establishing effective systems and controls through risk assessment and risk management. 5.2.8 Offering advice and other services as required to improve the OPCC and the Chief Constable's performance, risk management, internal control and systems. 5.2.9 Providing special reviews requested by ETAP, the OPCC's Chief Finance Officer or the Force's Chief Finance Officer. 5.2.10 Compliance reviews with legal requirements, internal policies and procedures and other appropriate procedures. 5.2.11 Control system reviews to ensure procedures are in place to give management assurance that they are operating correctly. 5.2.12 Fraud prevention/detection reviews. 5.2.13 Security reviews in order to safeguard assets and in conjunction with appropriate departments to verify the existence of such assets. 5.2.14 Reviews of reporting systems to confirm the reliability, integrity and usefulness of financial and operating information. 5.2.15 Reviews of systems under development to ensure that there are adequate controls in place. 5.2.16 Post implementation reviews of new systems, procedures or methods as appropriate. 5.2.17 Value for money/efficiency reviews to evaluate how resources are used. 5.2.18 Operational reviews to evaluate the appropriateness of the services in place. 5.2.19 Management reviews to determine areas where potential weaknesses may need to be addressed.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-89c4359c-e028-41ce-aeb4-66d7a7f70fe0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2978d719-9f9b-4101-b84b-3527a25da1da
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79212000 - Auditing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£217,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Mar 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Mar 20223 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2022 - 31 Mar 2024 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STAFFORDSHIRE POLICE
Contact Name
AMY VUKOVIC
Contact Email
amy.vukovic@staffordshire.pnn.police.uk
Contact Phone
01785 232434

Buyer Location

Locality
STAFFORD
Postcode
ST16 9JZ
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Stafford
Electoral Ward
Rowley
Westminster Constituency
Stafford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RSM UK AUDIT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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