Award

Internal Audit Services

HUNTINGDONSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Award

09 Apr 2026 at 11:02

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process managed by Huntingdonshire District Council focuses on securing internal audit services under the title "Internal Audit Services," classified within the "Auditing services" industry. This procurement is relevant to the region UKH12 in Cambridgeshire. This process has reached the "Award" stage, with the contract being awarded on 31st March 2026. Utilizing the YPO Framework Managing Consultancy and Professional Services Framework - 1141, the contract was executed using a limited procurement method, which bypasses the requirement for prior publication of a call for competition. The initial contract period is two years, with an optional extension of an additional 12 months. Key responsibilities include appointing a Head of Internal Audit, supporting audit assignments, and enhancing internal controls and risk management frameworks. The contract, amounting to £420,000, was awarded to Reed Specialist Recruitment Limited (trading as Consultancy+).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in auditing services, particularly those that can provide leadership and strategic direction in internal audits. With the need to manage audit teams and align with global internal audit standards, the contract is suitable for companies with proven expertise in comprehensive audit processes. Businesses that can deploy skilled personnel to oversee and conduct varied audit assignments, and who possess capabilities in preparing necessary audit documentation, would find this contract beneficial for business growth. The potential to forge strong relationships with local councils and contribute to effective corporate governance further highlights the suitability of this tender for entities adept in public sector consulting and auditing.

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Notice Title

Internal Audit Services

Notice Description

The provision of Internal Audit Services to ensure compliance with Global Internal Audit Standards. The services to be provided include managing the internal audit team and supporting audit assignments in alignment with the annual audit plan.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The services shall include: Appointing a Head of Internal Audit to oversee the internal audit team, ensuring leadership and strategic direction. Deploying additional skilled staff to conduct a variety of audit assignments, ensuring high-quality audit outcomes. Attending Corporate Governance Committee meetings. Preparing necessary documentation to support audit processes and facilitate effective communication with stakeholders. Conducting audit needs assessment meetings to collaboratively develop the 2026/27 annual audit plan. Establishing a structured audit process that enhances the organization's internal controls and risk management framework.

Options: The contract is for an in initial period of 2 years with the option to extend for a further 12 month period.

Procurement Information

This contract is awarded under YPO Framework Managing Consultancy and Professional Services Framework - 1141 in compliance with the direct award procedure provided for in the terms of the framework agreement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067edb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032313-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
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

79212000 - Auditing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£420,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HUNTINGDONSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
Postcode
PE29 3TN
Post Town
Peterborough
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
TLH12 Cambridgeshire CC

Local Authority
Huntingdonshire
Electoral Ward
Huntingdon North
Westminster Constituency
Huntingdon

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

REED SPECIALIST RECRUITMENT LIMITED (TRADING AS CONSULTANCY

Further Information

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