This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

30 Jun 2026 at 15:31

Planning

24 Feb 2026 at 18:00

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) has initiated a public procurement process for Internal Management System Auditing Services, predominantly to be conducted at the Culham Campus in Oxfordshire. The tender aims to secure a consultant to perform management system audits in accordance with ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, and 17025 standards, ensuring UKAEA retains its certifications. This procurement is currently at the tender stage with an active status. The procurement process is open, under a below threshold category, and reserved exclusively for UK bidders, with a contract period slated from 1st September 2026 to 31st August 2029, with the possibility of a one-year extension. Key deadlines include a tender submission deadline on 27th July 2026 and an enquiry period closing on 10th July 2026.

This tender provides valuable opportunities for businesses specialising in auditing services, particularly those with expertise in management system certifications. Companies with a strong track record in quality auditing will be well-positioned to compete, given the tender's emphasis on quality over price as indicated by the 70% weight for quality evaluation. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, reflecting the tender’s suitability criteria. With a gross contract value of GBP 117,000, this opportunity is poised to attract firms focused on expanding their portfolio within the public sector, particularly those with capabilities to meet stringent auditing standards.

How relevant is this notice?

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. This procurement is being reserved to UK bidders only.

Planning Information

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

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065b91
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061439-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
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

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
9 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 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
UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

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