Planning

Internal Management System Auditing Services

UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY

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Planning

24 Feb 2026 at 18:00

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) is in the planning stage for a contract titled "Internal Management System Auditing Services" within the services industry category. This initiative aims to provide qualified management system auditors for internal audits across UKAEA's operations, predominantly at Culham Campus, Oxfordshire. The process spans a three-year period, commencing on 11th May 2026, with the possibility of a one-year extension. Interested parties should note the pre-engagement deadline scheduled for 4th March 2026, and subsequent tender notice is expected on 9th March 2026.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in auditing, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises, as it involves an estimated gross value of GBP 117,000. Companies with expertise in ISO certifications (9001, 14001, 45001, and 17025) stand to benefit greatly from competing for this tender. Enhanced exposure and integration within the central government sector, facilitated by UKAEA's reputable standing, further afford growth possibilities for successful bidders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Internal Management System Auditing Services

Notice Description

To continue to meet our ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 and 17025 certifications, UKAEA Group Internal Audit requires a Consultant to provide management system auditors suitably qualified to deliver internal audits to the four standards above. The Consultant would support in the delivery of audits across UKAEA Group and all of its operational locations, however, the majority of audits will be conducted at the Culham Campus in Oxfordshire. UKAEA is seeking a 3-year contract (with the option to extend for 1 year) with a Consultant to conduct a series of audits agreed with the UKAEA Audit & Risk Assurance Committee annually.

Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=103162&TID=100108366&B=

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065b91
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016678-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79212000 - Auditing services

79212200 - Internal audit services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£97,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
9 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 May 2026 - 10 May 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
OXFORDSHIRE
Postcode
OX14 3DB
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Local Authority
South Oxfordshire
Electoral Ward
Sandford & the Wittenhams
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

Further Information

Notice Documents

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