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title: "Hybrid Internal Audit Services"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-52eb83d9-1eb8-4f36-8277-9731a15ebf20"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE PENSIONS REGULATOR"
published: "2026-02-27"
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# Hybrid Internal Audit Services

Buyer: THE PENSIONS REGULATOR  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-52eb83d9-1eb8-4f36-8277-9731a15ebf20

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## Summary

The public procurement process for "Hybrid Internal Audit Services" has reached the award stage. Conducted by The Pensions Regulator, located in Brighton, this tender falls under the business services category, focusing on internal auditing. The tender, with a value of £300,000, was executed through a selective procurement method, specifically by calling off from a framework agreement. It is situated in the South East of the United Kingdom and is primarily aimed at service-oriented businesses. The award was activated on 13th January 2026, with the contract starting on 1st March 2026 and expected to end by 28th February 2027. Additionally, the contract includes options for three 12-month extensions, creating further long-term engagement possibilities.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs that specialise in consulting, auditing, and related business services. With The Pensions Regulator as the contracting authority, businesses have the chance to strengthen their professional relationships and build credibility by securing long-term contracts with a significant government entity. Companies like BDO LLP, a large enterprise already awarded the contract, can leverage this agreement to enhance their service portfolio and market reach within the UK's business services sector. The procurement process employs a structured framework agreement strategy, ensuring a competitive but organised selection environment.

## Notice

Provision to The Pensions Regulator of internal auditing services as required. Please note this contract is for an initial period of 12 months and has 3 x 12 month optional extensions beyond this. The total contract value shown is inclusive of all of these extension options.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0a2190e4-0527-46d0-a3af-f35f9bc22017 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £300,000 |
| 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 | THE PENSIONS REGULATOR |
| Locality | BRIGHTON |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN1 6AF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ21 Brighton and Hove |
| Local authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Electoral ward | Preston Park |
| Westminster constituency | Brighton Pavilion |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BDO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

## Release History

- 27 Feb 2026 at 12:32 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0a2190e4-0527-46d0-a3af-f35f9bc22017

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0a2190e4-0527-46d0-a3af-f35f9bc22017
  27th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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