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Audit Services for the Office of the Data Protection Officer

HOME OFFICE

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04 Oct 2018 at 15:58

Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office is seeking audit services for the Office of the Data Protection Officer, specifically to ensure compliance with new data protection legislation. This procurement falls under the internal audit services category and is located in London, United Kingdom. The procurement process was conducted through a selective method, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract was awarded on 2nd October 2018, with a contract period commencing on 1st November 2018 and concluding on 28th February 2019. The total contract value is £29,500.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in audit and compliance services, particularly those familiar with data protection legislation. Companies that can demonstrate relevant expertise in internal audit services and compliance are well-suited to compete for similar contracts. As public authorities increasingly prioritise data protection, firms providing these services may find a growing market as businesses and organisations seek to ensure they meet legal obligations effectively.

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Notice Title

Audit Services for the Office of the Data Protection Officer

Notice Description

New data protection legislation requires all public authorities to designate a Data Protection Officer (DPO) to oversee compliance and embed a 'privacy by design' culture.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8bf54f9a-0d75-4195-8c57-b38667a5d593
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f85ec92-224f-4fda-a87e-aaaca5372fc6
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79212200 - Internal audit services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£29,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£29,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Oct 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Aug 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Oct 20187 years ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2018 - 28 Feb 2019 1-6 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
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RSM RISK ASSURANCE SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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