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title: "Internal Audit Services"
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# Internal Audit Services

Buyer: STAFFORDSHIRE POLICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-89c4359c-e028-41ce-aeb4-66d7a7f70fe0

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## Summary

The Staffordshire Police is seeking to procure Internal Audit Services, aimed at ensuring the adequacy and reliability of internal controls within the organisation. This procurement falls under the service sector, specifically classified under auditing services (CPV code 79212000). The tender process concluded on 14 March 2022, with a contract period starting on 1 April 2022 and extending until 31 March 2024. The estimated contract value is £450,000, with a minimum value of £217,000. This opportunity was initiated through a selective procurement method, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in auditing and assurance services. Businesses that can provide comprehensive internal audit solutions, including risk assessment and fraud detection, would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. By participating in this procurement process, organisations have the potential to enhance their market presence and build a relationship with a key public sector client, contributing to their business growth.

## Notice

An Internal Audit Service, which provides assurance through examination and evaluation of the adequacy, effectiveness and reliability of the system of internal control and the quality of performance. The full range of internal audit activities required to be undertaken includes: 5.2.1 The provision of an independent and objective annual audit opinion on the adequacy, effectiveness and reliability of the system of internal control. 5.2.2 The development of an Audit Strategy which is based on an audit needs assessment which has been mapped to the Corporate Risk Register. 5.2.3 The provision of an annual report on the audit programme of the OPFCC & Chief Constables' performance in responding to the agreed annual audit plan and implementing recommendations arising from the internal audit. 5.2.4 The production of timely, accurate and relevant final audit reports throughout the year which can be easily understood, where no ongoing discussion is required to clarify points of contention. 5.2.5 Presenting reports and updates to Members of the Ethics, Transparency and Audit Panel, addressing the results of the audits conducted, summarising observations and recommendations made and OPFCC and Chief Constable's responses to the audit findings. 5.2.6 Liaison with the external auditor to provide robust challenge to the OPFCC and Chief Constable and accordingly, assurance to the Ethics, Transparency and Audit Panel. 5.2.7 Assisting the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner and Chief Constable in establishing effective systems and controls through risk assessment and risk management. 5.2.8 Offering advice and other services as required to improve the OPCC and the Chief Constable's performance, risk management, internal control and systems. 5.2.9 Providing special reviews requested by ETAP, the OPCC's Chief Finance Officer or the Force's Chief Finance Officer. 5.2.10 Compliance reviews with legal requirements, internal policies and procedures and other appropriate procedures. 5.2.11 Control system reviews to ensure procedures are in place to give management assurance that they are operating correctly. 5.2.12 Fraud prevention/detection reviews. 5.2.13 Security reviews in order to safeguard assets and in conjunction with appropriate departments to verify the existence of such assets. 5.2.14 Reviews of reporting systems to confirm the reliability, integrity and usefulness of financial and operating information. 5.2.15 Reviews of systems under development to ensure that there are adequate controls in place. 5.2.16 Post implementation reviews of new systems, procedures or methods as appropriate. 5.2.17 Value for money/efficiency reviews to evaluate how resources are used. 5.2.18 Operational reviews to evaluate the appropriateness of the services in place. 5.2.19 Management reviews to determine areas where potential weaknesses may need to be addressed.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2978d719-9f9b-4101-b84b-3527a25da1da |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Mar 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2022 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £450,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £217,000 |
| 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 | STAFFORDSHIRE POLICE |
| Locality | STAFFORD |
| Post town | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Postcode | ST16 9JZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG24 Staffordshire CC |
| Local authority | Stafford |
| Electoral ward | Rowley |
| Westminster constituency | Stafford |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RSM UK AUDIT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79212000 - Auditing services

## Release History

- 21 Jul 2022 at 10:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2978d719-9f9b-4101-b84b-3527a25da1da

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2978d719-9f9b-4101-b84b-3527a25da1da
  21st July 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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