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The 'Foundations of Internal Auditing (FIA)' qualification

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK & PENSIONS

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21 Jul 2026 at 13:08

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work & Pensions has completed a procurement process for the "Foundations of Internal Auditing (FIA)" qualification, aimed at training 21 staff members. This initiative supports uniform assurance activities within the Provider Assurance Team, enhancing their capability with recognised audit and governance standards. The procurement was conducted through a direct and below-threshold method, without competition. The procurement culminated in a contract awarded on 21st July 2026, with the contract period extending from 22nd July 2026 to 21st July 2027. The main contractor for this service, located in London, is the Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors, which will provide staff training services across various UK regions. The total contract value is £22,050 gross, with a net amount of £18,375.

Businesses specialising in audit and staff training services have a significant opportunity to participate in similar public sector tenders to foster business growth. The awarded supplier, a small to medium enterprise, exemplifies the suitability of SMEs in securing contracts in this category. Such engagements can provide stability and prestige, offering a platform to demonstrate expertise in delivering professional training services that align with high governance and risk management standards. Firms with experience in delivering comprehensive auditing training services will find themselves well-equipped to compete in future similar government procurement processes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The 'Foundations of Internal Auditing (FIA)' qualification

Notice Description

The 'Foundations of Internal Auditing (FIA)' qualification. 21 staff in total will require the training. * Provides a consistent training baseline across the Provider Assurance Team, supporting uniform assurance activity. * Enhances credibility with Suppliers by aligning work with recognised audit and governance standards. * Develops stronger individual understanding of governance, risk management, and controls, leading to improved judgement and recommendations. Processed by SSCL

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cfed
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068731-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80511000 - Staff training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£18,375 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
21 Jul 2026 - 21 Jul 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR WORK & PENSIONS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9NA
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF INTERNAL AUDITORS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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