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title: "Internal Audit Services"
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# Internal Audit Services

Buyer: SENEDD CYMRU / WELSH PARLIAMENT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065f6a

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## Summary

Senedd Cymru, the Welsh Parliament located in Cardiff, is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process seeking to appoint a provider to deliver outsourced Internal Audit Services for a period of five years. The procurement, classified under public authority central government, falls within the industry category of internal audit services. This tender constitutes a crucial part of the Parliament's governance and control arrangements, valued at approximately £250,000, with a selective procurement method employing a competitive flexible procedure. Key dates to note include the expression of interest deadline on 27th April 2026, enquiry period ending on 20th April 2026, and award announcement expected by 1st July 2026.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in internal audit services to engage with a central government entity. Suitable suppliers must provide objective assurance services to support the Welsh Parliament in achieving strategic objectives. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with capabilities in governance, risk management, and internal control improvements are encouraged to participate. Participating businesses must demonstrate their technical and economic strengths and may be required to build a collaborative relationship with the Accounting Officer while adhering to government and global audit standards. This contract promises sustained business growth for the successful provider, fostering a long-term partnership with the Welsh Parliament.

## Notice

Internal Audit is fundamental to strong governance and internal control arrangements. The client seeks to appoint an external provider to deliver a fully outsourced Internal Audit Function in accordance with the Global Internal Audit Standards and Government Functional Standard GovS 009: Internal Audit, together with any relevant UK public sector application guidance. The appointed provider will be responsible for delivering an independent, objective assurance and advisory service that supports the Commission in achieving its strategic objectives through the evaluation and improvement of governance, risk management and internal control processes. The successful bidder will act as the Head of Internal Audit and have overall responsibility for the provision of Internal Audit services. It is anticipated that around 80 to 90 days annual input will be required from the Contractor to deliver the required service. They will be expected to build a relationship, and work closely, with the Accounting Officer. The contract will be for a 5 year period.

### Planning Information

The Welsh Parliament (Senedd Cymru) is undertaking preliminary market engagement to inform the potential future procurement of an Internal Audit service that provides the necessary assurances to the Principal Accounting Officer and adds value to the Commission. As part of this early stage activity, we are inviting interested suppliers to complete and submit a short questionnaire designed to help us understand current market capability, delivery models, and potential approaches to service provision.
The information gathered through this engagement will support the Welsh Parliament in shaping any subsequent procurement strategy. Participation is voluntary, and responses will be used for research and planning purposes only. Completion of the questionnaire does not form part of any formal procurement process, nor does it create any obligation or advantage in any future tender.
Suppliers with relevant experience in delivering Internal Audit services are encouraged to take part. Your insights will help ensure that any future approach is well informed, proportionate, and aligned with best practice.
To obtain a copy of the questionnaire please email Helena Grant at helena.grant@senedd.wales. Responses must be submitted to Helena Grant at Helena.grant@senedd.wales by Monday 16th March 2026.
We appreciate your time and contribution to this engagement exercise and look forward to hearing from you.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027714-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | 8 May 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2031 |
| Recurrence | 2031-03-24 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £208,350 |
| Lots value | £208,350 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SENEDD CYMRU / WELSH PARLIAMENT |
| Locality | CARDIFF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF99 1SN |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan |
| Local authority | Cardiff |
| Electoral ward | Butetown |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff South and Penarth |
| Delivery location | TLL22 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79212200 - Internal audit services

## Release History

- 26 Mar 2026 at 09:59 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027714-2026
- 2 Mar 2026 at 11:52 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018375-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027714-2026
  26th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018375-2026
  2nd March 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.senedd.wales.org/abthome/abt-procurement.html
- https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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