Tender

Internal Audit Services

LEEDS BECKETT UNIVERSITY

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Tender

15 Dec 2025 at 12:05

Summary of the contracting process

Leeds Beckett University has initiated an open tender process seeking to procure internal audit services, with an estimated value of £432,000. The tender is classified in the services category, specifically targeting internal audit services under CPV code 79212200. Located in Leeds, United Kingdom, the university is aiming to award this contract by 1st May 2026, with the contract itself commencing on 1st August 2026 and potentially extending until 31st July 2031. Businesses interested in this opportunity must submit their tenders by 21st January 2026, following an enquiry period that ends on 12th January 2026. The procurement process is governed by the open procedure method, ensuring transparency and broad market participation.

For businesses specialising in audit and consultancy services, particularly those with experience in the education sector or public authority settings, this tender offers a substantial business growth opportunity. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process is suitable for these types of organisations. Key selection criteria will focus on sector experience, audit team expertise, service delivery quality, and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations, alongside cost effectiveness. This contract presents an ideal scenario for businesses looking to expand their portfolio within the public sector and build a long-term relationship with a reputable academic institution.

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Notice Title

Internal Audit Services

Notice Description

Leeds Beckett University is looking for an independent and objective internal audit provider. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Leeds:-Internal-audit-services./S95VJ7J5N9 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/respond/S95VJ7J5N9

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: option to extend annually for a further two years subject to the agreed key success factors including satisfactory cost and quality. Period from 01/08/2029 to 31/07/2030 and 01/08/2030 to 31/07/2031

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f59c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082851-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£432,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£432,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEEDS BECKETT UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Louisa Tejeda
Contact Email
l.tejeda@leedsbeckett.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01138124197

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS6 3QS
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLE42 Leeds

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Weetwood
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

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