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Internal Audit Services

Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body

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09 Jun 2026 at 01:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body (SPCB) is seeking a Contractor to provide Internal Audit Services, under an open procurement process. The services are intended to support the SPCB’s Head of Internal Audit and various independent officeholders in delivering high quality, independent and risk-based audits. The procurement stage is currently at the tender phase, with a closing submission date of 13 July 2026. The services will be delivered primarily in regions UKM75 and UKM72, Edinburgh and St. Andrews. This contract is classified under the CPV code 79212200, relating to auditing services, and is part of a broader requirement for services in the public sector. The contract duration is set for four years, with a potential one-year extension at the discretion of the SPCB.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in audit and assurance services, particularly those with expertise in aligning their practices with the Global Internal Audit Standards applicable in the UK public sector. Companies able to demonstrate proficiency in conducting comprehensive risk-based audits and who maintain a sufficient financial standing would be well-suited to compete. The requirement for a minimum Real Living Wage and adherence to fair work practices highlights an opportunity for socially responsible businesses. Additionally, the focus on community benefits and cyber security readiness further extends opportunities to those businesses keen on making a positive impact on society and demonstrating robust cyber security capabilities. Firms that have experience in digital or cyber audit assignments might find this tender especially beneficial for business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Internal Audit Services

Notice Description

The Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body (SPCB) requires a Contractor to assist the SPCB's Head of Internal Audit and the independent Officeholders supported by the SPCB to deliver a high quality independent and risk-based internal audit and assurance service in line with the requirements of the Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS) as they apply in the UK Public Sector.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body (SPCB) requires a Contractor to assist the SPCB's Head of Internal Audit and the independent Officeholders supported by the SPCB to deliver a high quality independent and risk-based internal audit and assurance service in line with the requirements of the Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS) as they apply in the UK Public Sector. As directed by the SPCB or Officeholders, the Contractor will assist in scoping and planning specific internal audit assignments within annual internal audit plans, perform audit fieldwork and prepare internal audit reports.

Renewal: 1 x 12 month extension at the sole discretion of the SPCB.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000834012
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557638
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - 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
9 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
The contract duration is four years with the option to extend for a further 12 months at the sole discretion of the SPCB.

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body
Additional Buyers

Children and Young People Commissioner Scotland

Commissioner for Ethical Standards in Public Life in Scotland

Scottish Biometrics Commissioner

Scottish Human Rights Commission

Scottish Information Commissioner

Scottish Public Services Ombudsman

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
Postcode Area
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
TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife, TLM75 City of Edinburgh
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557638
    Internal Audit Services - The Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body (SPCB) requires a Contractor to assist the SPCB's Head of Internal Audit and the independent Officeholders supported by the SPCB to deliver a high quality independent and risk-based internal audit and assurance service in line with the requirements of the Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS) as they apply in the UK Public Sector.

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