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title: "HCT - Internal Audit Services Contract"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WEST HERTFORDSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS TRUST"
published: "2025-06-04"
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# HCT - Internal Audit Services Contract

Buyer: WEST HERTFORDSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-be7a4e99-b902-49b3-8fd6-530dbafa3f96

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "HCT - Internal Audit Services Contract" has reached the awarding stage, with the contract being awarded to RSM UK Consulting LLP. This process was initiated by West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust, located in Welwyn Garden City, United Kingdom, and falls under the industry category of statutory audit services. The procurement method used was selective, with a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract began on the 21st of May, 2025, and will last until the 30th of April, 2027. The award was officially published on the 4th of June, 2025, with a total contract value of £188,400.

This tender provides a notable opportunity for businesses within the statutory audit services industry, although it was not specifically designed for SMEs or VCSEs. Companies specialising in internal audit services or consulting are well-suited to compete for similar contracts, especially those familiar with the framework agreement procurement method. Engaging with NHS trusts and expanding the portfolio to include healthcare sector audits could foster business growth and establish long-term partnerships within the public sector. Businesses looking for new opportunities should consider engaging with West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust and similar organisations for potential future contracts.

## Notice

HCT - Internal Audit Services Contract Direct award under EOECPH FTS Reference: 2024/S 000-002425

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9bac4e6-5769-414a-aa22-100938b1c550 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 May 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 20 May 2025 - 30 Apr 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £189,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £188,400 |
| 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 | WEST HERTFORDSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS TRUST |
| Locality | WELWYN GARDEN CITY |
| Post town | Watford |
| Postcode | WD18 0HB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH27 South West Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | Watford |
| Electoral ward | Vicarage |
| Westminster constituency | Watford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79212300 - Statutory audit services

## Release History

- 4 Jun 2025 at 12:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9bac4e6-5769-414a-aa22-100938b1c550

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9bac4e6-5769-414a-aa22-100938b1c550
  4th June 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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