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title: "Internal Audit"
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# Internal Audit

Buyer: BELFAST HARBOUR  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06be4e

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## Summary

Belfast Harbour is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process seeking a professional services provider for internal audit and related services. This contract, titled "Internal Audit," falls under the services category, specifically targeting the accounting and auditing sector (CPV code 79210000). The contract's value is estimated at £540,000 gross. Key deadlines include the expression of interest by 24 July 2026 and the submission of tender documents for evaluation, with the award anticipated by 30 October 2026. The contract will be executed in the UK region of Northern Ireland, under Northern Irish devolved regulations. The procurement method being used is a selective competitive flexible procedure, which entails a thorough evaluation of pre-qualification submissions before inviting applicants to tender.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the auditing and professional services industry to expand their operations within the utilities sector, particularly those specialising in internal audit services and possessing relevant industry qualifications. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have a favourable opportunity, given the suitability for such businesses to participate. The contract is initially set for three years, with possible extensions totaling ten years, offering long-term engagement possibilities. Businesses capable of advising on internal controls, risk management, and corporate governance, and demonstrating a capacity for close collaboration with audit committees, will be particularly well-placed to compete effectively in this procurement process.

## Notice

BHC is seeking to enter into a contract with a suitably qualified and experienced professional services provider for the provision of internal audit and related services. The services required comprise: a. Development of an Internal Audit Strategy and periodic Internal Audit Plan as required for approval by the Audit and Risk Committee. b. Delivery of Internal Audit work as set out in the Internal Audit Plan, including submission of Internal Audit Reports to the Audit and Risk Committee. c. Attending at least three Audit and Risk Committee meetings per annum. d. Attendance at Leadership Team Risk meetings at least twice per year. e. Availability to meet with Chair of Audit and Risk Committee as required. f. Availability for periodic progress meetings with the nominated BHC contact for Internal Audit re progress reporting, issues arising and timing of reviews. g. Keep BHC Management and Audit and Risk Committee informed of best practice; on internal controls, risk management and governance. h. Risk management - This will include advising on industry practice, commenting on the BHC Corporate Risk Register, internal controls and corporate governance practices. i. Any other service incidental to the above. j. Liaison with the external auditors may be required from time to time. Applicants should note that the successful Applicant must, as a condition of any contract award, possess an appropriate industry qualification to undertake statutory audit and be registered with one of the Consultative Committee of Accountancy Bodies (CCAB) members.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: It is currently anticipated that any contract entered into by BHC will be for an initial three (3) year period. BHC shall have the option, acting at its discretion, to extend the contract on seven (7) subsequent occasions of twelve (12) months each time, up to a maximum total period of ten (10) years.

Renewal: It is currently anticipated that any contract entered into by BHC will be for an initial three (3) year period. BHC shall have the option, acting at its discretion, to extend the contract on seven (7) subsequent occasions of twelve (12) months each time, up to a maximum total period of ten (10) years.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060376-2026 |
| 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 | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2027 - 31 Dec 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £450,000 |
| Lots value | £450,000 |
| 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 | BELFAST HARBOUR |
| Locality | BELFAST |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT1 3AL |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast |
| Local authority | Belfast |
| Electoral ward | Duncairn |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast North |
| Delivery location | TLN06 Belfast |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79210000 - Accounting and auditing services

## Release History

- 26 Jun 2026 at 13:06 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060376-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060376-2026
  26th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.belfast-harbour.co.uk/corporate/tenders/
  The Pre-Qualification Questionnaire is available at the above website.

## Notice URLs

- https://www.belfast-harbour.co.uk/corporate/tenders
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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