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30 Jul 2026 at 16:01

Summary of the contracting process

The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine is initiating a procurement process for Internal Audit Services under an open, competitive flexible procedure. The tender, titled "Internal Audit Service," falls within the services industry category and is largely focused on providing independent and objective assurance for governance and risk management. Located in London, United Kingdom, this tender is in the active procurement stage, with the submission deadline set for 1st September 2026. The contract is valued at £960,000 gross and has a duration from 26th October 2026 to 25th September 2029, with the potential for a two-year extension. Interested parties should note the enquiry period end date of 21st August 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in internal audit and financial auditing services. Organisations well-versed in working within the higher education sector or those with competencies in governance and risk management will find this opportunity particularly appealing. With a two-stage evaluation process involving a tender assessment followed by a presentation, it is suited for SMEs capable of demonstrating value through quality service delivery, tailored audit plans, and value-added expertise. Given the tender’s emphasis on understanding LSHTM's research focus and providing IT security and confidentiality, companies with these capabilities will be well-positioned to compete effectively.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Internal Audit Service

Notice Description

We are looking to appoint a supplier to provide Internal Audit services. The main objectives of the Internal Audit Services are to provide independent and objective assurance; support effective governance and risk management; evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls; and identify and support areas for improvement. In combination, these should assist LSHTM in meeting its stated strategic objectives.

Lot Information

Lot LOT-0000

Renewal: Optional extension of 2 years (1+1) after initial contract term.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d81f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072404-2026
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
Competitive flexible procedure
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

79212100 - Financial auditing services

79212200 - Internal audit services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
1 Sep 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Oct 2026 - 25 Sep 2029 2-3 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
LONDON SCHOOL OF HYGIENE & TROPICAL MEDICINE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
WC1E 7HT
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Bloomsbury
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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