Tender

Internal Audit Services 2025 - 2028

LANARKSHIRE HOUSING ASSOCIATION LIMITED

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Tender

02 Dec 2024 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Lanarkshire Housing Association Limited has initiated a tender process seeking the provision of internal audit services for the period from April 2025 to March 2028. The procurement is classified under the "services" category and falls within the "Housing and community amenities" industry. The primary location for the delivery of these services is Motherwell, ML1 1RS in Scotland. This tender is currently at the active stage with submissions being accepted electronically via the Public Contracts Scotland website until 17 January 2025 at 12:00 PM GMT. The contract will commence following the award period starting on 20 January 2025 at 09:00 AM GMT. The procurement method used is an open procedure, welcoming broad competition.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in internal audit services, particularly those with experience in the housing sector and regulatory compliance. It includes a comprehensive scope that requires reviewing internal controls and ensuring adherence to standards set by the Scottish Housing Regulator and the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator. The contract is initially set for three years with the possibility of renewal for an additional two years, determined on a rolling one-year basis. Businesses that can demonstrate proficiency in risk management and possess the relevant professional qualifications are well-suited to compete for this tender, offering the potential for sustainable business growth through long-term engagement with Lanarkshire Housing Association Limited.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Internal Audit Services 2025 - 2028

Notice Description

Provision of internal audit services commencing April 2025 until March 2028.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Association requires an Internal Audit Service which is relevant in scope and complexity to that of its operations. This service will assist the Association to critically review its functions to ensure continuous improvement, review internal controls and satisfy the requirements of the Scottish Housing Regulator. The Association operates a self-assessment approach to managing risk and ensures that adequate controls are in place to meet the standards set by the Scottish Housing Regulator (SHR), and the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). We manage our risk in accordance with our Risk Management Policy which is reviewed annually to take account of change in business activity.

Renewal: Option for two further years, decided on rolling 1 year basis

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000784643
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC519372
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79212200 - Internal audit services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
3 - 5 years

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LANARKSHIRE HOUSING ASSOCIATION LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
enquiries@lanarkshireha.com
Contact Phone
+44 1698269119

Buyer Location

Locality
MOTHERWELL
Postcode
ML1 1RS
Post Town
Motherwell
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM34 North Lanarkshire
Delivery Location
TLM84 North Lanarkshire
Local Authority
North Lanarkshire
Electoral Ward
Motherwell South East and Ravenscraig
Westminster Constituency
Motherwell, Wishaw and Carluke

Further Information

Notice Documents

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