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# Internal Audit Services

Buyer: DORSET & WILTSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-20a1c2d1-a191-448c-84f8-5a4798fb836c

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## Summary

The Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Authority is conducting a tender process for Internal Audit Services aimed at enhancing the Authority's operational functions. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically classified as internal audit services (CPV code 79212200). The contract is set to initiate on 9th January 2019, with a duration of four years, concluding on 31st March 2023, and there is an option for a one-year extension until 31st March 2024. The tender was officially awarded on 14th December 2018, with a total value of £103,600. The delivery of services will be conducted in the South West region of the United Kingdom, with the tender period having ended on 7th November 2018.

This procurement opportunity presents a significant avenue for growth for businesses in the audit and consultancy sectors, particularly firms with expertise in internal controls, compliance audits, and risk management. Companies capable of delivering comprehensive reviews and recommendations for operational improvements, including the preparation of audit plans and reports, will find themselves well-positioned to compete. This contract also invites larger firms or collaborations that can ensure thorough service delivery throughout the contract period, thus offering the potential for sustained engagement with a public authority.

## Notice

Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Authority ("DWFRA") has a requirement for the provision of Internal Audit Services to support the functions of the Authority and the Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service ("DWFRS"). Internal Audit Services Requirements a) An annual review of the internal controls, evaluating and reporting on the adequacy of those controls, recommending improvements and following up on the implementation of recommendations for our Finance System, Payroll Services and Treasury Management. b) A review of internal controls for other policies, strategies, systems and functions, including for example - Procurement, Risk Management, Data Security, Asset Management, etc. c) ICT Audits, including compliance with policies, data security, ICT strategy and key controls, and other audits as agreed with the Supervising Officer from time to time. d) Preparation, development and presentation to Members of the Authority of an annual internal audit plan and strategy based on an assessment of risk and materiality, to be agreed with the Supervising Officer prior to the start of each contract year. e) Preparation of reports and attendance at quarterly meetings of the Audit Committee (currently the Finance and Governance Committee). f) Carry out value for money audits as requested by the Supervising Officer. g) Carrying out investigations into financial irregularities and allegations of fraud or malpractice, if any should arise, on behalf of the Authority. h) the production and presentation of an annual report, for the Finance and Governance Committee. The Authority proposes to enter into a contract for a period of four years based on the period 7th January 2019 until 31st March 2023. The Authority may extend the contract for a further period of one year (12 months) until 31st March 2024. Further information available within the procurement documents.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ee37d8b-6392-412b-a2a5-062dc2d28eda |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Mar 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Nov 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Dec 2018 |
| Contract period | 9 Jan 2019 - 31 Mar 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £103,600 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DORSET & WILTSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | SALISBURY |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP1 3NR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | Salisbury St Francis & Stratford |
| Westminster constituency | Salisbury |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOUTH WEST AUDIT PARTNERSHIP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79212200 - Internal audit services

## Release History

- 11 Mar 2019 at 12:31 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ee37d8b-6392-412b-a2a5-062dc2d28eda

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ee37d8b-6392-412b-a2a5-062dc2d28eda
  11th March 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=25762&B=BLUELIGHT
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/31617
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- http://www.dwfire.org.uk

## Provenance

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