Planning

Internal Audit Services

SCOTTISH PARLIAMENTARY CORPORATE BODY

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Planning

05 May 2026 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body is planning a procurement process entitled "Internal Audit Services" to engage an external organisation for audit and advisory provision. This contract, categorised under 'services' in the industry classification, is primarily situated in Edinburgh and neighbouring regions. The process is currently in the planning stage, with a notice anticipated to be released towards the end of May 2026. The tender will allow the Scottish Parliament and associated officeholders, such as the Scottish Public Services Ombudsman and the Scottish Human Rights Commission, to utilise the contract. The overarching aim is to partner the successful bidder with the Head of Internal Audit and key officeholders, ensuring comprehensive and effective audit services.

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in audit and advisory services, particularly those experienced in handling legislative body audits. Firms equipped with the capability to deliver meticulous and insightful audit services in a collaborative environment will find themselves well-suited for this contract. By participating, businesses can expand their portfolio, establish significant professional relationships, and reinforce their standing within public sector procurement. Potential bidders are encouraged to express their interest and prepare to meet the tender release date to leverage this engaging opportunity fully.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Internal Audit Services

Notice Description

On behalf of the Scottish Parliament, an external organisation is required to provide audit and advisory services, working in partnership with the Head of Internal Audit and Officeholders.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The SPCB requires a contractor to provide internal audit services for the Scottish Parliament and Officeholders.. The officeholders who can use the contract under the terms of the SPCB are: Scottish Public Services Ombudsman, Scottish Information Commissioner, Children and Young People Commissioner Scotland, Scottish Human Rights Commission, Ethical Standards Commission, Scottish Biometrics Commissioner, The Electoral Management Board for Scotland and Patient Safety Commissioner for Scotland.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000831106
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555192
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
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
5 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
27 May 20262 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH PARLIAMENTARY CORPORATE BODY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH99 1SP
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Further Information

Notice Documents

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