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title: "Internal Audit Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067edb"
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buyer: "HUNTINGDONSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-09"
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# Internal Audit Services

Buyer: HUNTINGDONSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067edb

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## Summary

The procurement process managed by Huntingdonshire District Council focuses on securing internal audit services under the title "Internal Audit Services," classified within the "Auditing services" industry. This procurement is relevant to the region UKH12 in Cambridgeshire. This process has reached the "Award" stage, with the contract being awarded on 31st March 2026. Utilizing the YPO Framework Managing Consultancy and Professional Services Framework - 1141, the contract was executed using a limited procurement method, which bypasses the requirement for prior publication of a call for competition. The initial contract period is two years, with an optional extension of an additional 12 months. Key responsibilities include appointing a Head of Internal Audit, supporting audit assignments, and enhancing internal controls and risk management frameworks. The contract, amounting to £420,000, was awarded to Reed Specialist Recruitment Limited (trading as Consultancy+).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in auditing services, particularly those that can provide leadership and strategic direction in internal audits. With the need to manage audit teams and align with global internal audit standards, the contract is suitable for companies with proven expertise in comprehensive audit processes. Businesses that can deploy skilled personnel to oversee and conduct varied audit assignments, and who possess capabilities in preparing necessary audit documentation, would find this contract beneficial for business growth. The potential to forge strong relationships with local councils and contribute to effective corporate governance further highlights the suitability of this tender for entities adept in public sector consulting and auditing.

## Notice

The provision of Internal Audit Services to ensure compliance with Global Internal Audit Standards. The services to be provided include managing the internal audit team and supporting audit assignments in alignment with the annual audit plan.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The services shall include: Appointing a Head of Internal Audit to oversee the internal audit team, ensuring leadership and strategic direction. Deploying additional skilled staff to conduct a variety of audit assignments, ensuring high-quality audit outcomes. Attending Corporate Governance Committee meetings. Preparing necessary documentation to support audit processes and facilitate effective communication with stakeholders. Conducting audit needs assessment meetings to collaboratively develop the 2026/27 annual audit plan. Establishing a structured audit process that enhances the organization's internal controls and risk management framework.

Options: The contract is for an in initial period of 2 years with the option to extend for a further 12 month period.

### Procurement Information

This contract is awarded under YPO Framework Managing Consultancy and Professional Services Framework - 1141 in compliance with the direct award procedure provided for in the terms of the framework agreement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032313-2026 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £420,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HUNTINGDONSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | CAMBRIDGESHIRE |
| Post town | Peterborough |
| Postcode | PE29 3TN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough |
| ITL 3 | TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC |
| Local authority | Huntingdonshire |
| Electoral ward | Huntingdon North |
| Westminster constituency | Huntingdon |
| Delivery location | TLH12 Cambridgeshire CC |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | REED SPECIALIST RECRUITMENT LIMITED (TRADING AS CONSULTANCY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79212000 - Auditing services

## Release History

- 9 Apr 2026 at 11:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032313-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.huntingdonshire.gov.uk

## Provenance

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