---
title: "Internal Audit Services"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000599794"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BERWICKSHIRE HOUSING ASSOCIATION LTD"
published: "2020-01-13"
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# Internal Audit Services

Buyer: BERWICKSHIRE HOUSING ASSOCIATION LTD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000599794

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## Summary

The procurement process for Internal Audit Services is conducted by Berwickshire Housing Association Ltd, located at 55 Newtown Street, Duns, Berwickshire, UK. This open procedure aims to appoint a single supplier to assist critical reviews of the association’s functions for continuous improvement. The tender period is active, with submissions due by 8 November 2019, followed by a bid opening at 4:30 PM on the same day. The total contract value is £37,500, and it will commence on or before 2 March 2020 for an initial duration of three years, with a potential two-year extension by mutual agreement.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in internal audit services, particularly those with experience in the housing sector and familiarity with regulatory frameworks applicable to Registered Social Landlords. Companies that excel in risk management, possess qualified personnel, and can demonstrate credible knowledge of the Scottish Housing Regulator will be well-positioned to compete. Engaging in this contract not only fosters relationships within the public sector but also enhances the capability to secure future tenders with similar organisations.

## Notice

BHA wishes to appoint a single supplier to provide it with Internal Audit Services for the contract period. Suppliers are invited to submit detailed proposals for Internal Audit Services to assist BHA in critically reviewing its functions to ensure continuous improvement and to regularly assist the Board of Management to review the internal controls in place.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Suppliers are invited to submit detailed proposals for Internal Audit Services to assist BHA in critically reviewing its functions to ensure continuous improvement and to regularly assist the Board of Management to review the internal controls in place. The Internal Audit Services should ensure that: A modern and risk focussed internal audit strategy and plan is in place, and all areas of risk are addressed within the aims and objectives of the work carried out; Internal audit work is carried out to a professional standard by appropriately qualified personnel, including demonstrable knowledge of Registered Social Landlords, the Scottish Housing Regulator and their Regulatory Framework and Standards; Sufficient resources are allocated to provide the Internal Audit Service to BHA; and There is an effective follow-up procedure in place that ensures all audit recommendations have been implemented to ensure reliance can be placed on internal controls.

Renewal: The contract will commence on or before 2 March 2020 (or mutually agreed date) and initially last for a period of three years, with the option to extend the contract for a further two years (one plus one) by mutual agreement

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN376942 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jan 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Nov 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Dec 2019 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £37,500 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BERWICKSHIRE HOUSING ASSOCIATION LTD |
| Locality | BERWICKSHIRE |
| Post town | Galashiels |
| Postcode | TD11 3AU |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM91 Scottish Borders |
| Local authority | Scottish Borders |
| Electoral ward | Mid Berwickshire |
| Westminster constituency | Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk |
| Delivery location | TLM91 Scottish Borders |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TIAA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79212200 - Internal audit services

## Release History

- 13 Jan 2020 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN376942
- 11 Oct 2019 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT368765

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT368765&idx=1
  11th October 2019 - ITT for internal audit services
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT368765&idx=2
  11th October 2019 - Appendix A - Tender Response - Fee Bid
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT368765&idx=3
  11th October 2019 - Appendix B - Tender Quality Response
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT368765&idx=4
  11th October 2019 - Appendix C - Tender Response Declaration
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT368765&idx=5
  11th October 2019 - Appendix D - Anti-Collusion Non-Canvassing Conflict of Interest Statements
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT368765&idx=6
  11th October 2019 - Appendix E - GDDPR Third Party Processor Due Diligence Questionnaire
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT368765&idx=7
  11th October 2019 - ESPD Internal Audit Services
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT368765
  Internal Audit Services - BHA wishes to appoint a single supplier to provide it with Internal Audit Services for the contract period. Suppliers are invited to submit detailed proposals for Internal Audit Services to assist BHA in critically reviewing its functions to ensure continuous improvement and to regularly assist the Board of Management to review the internal controls in place.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN376942
  Internal Audit Services - BHA wishes to appoint a single supplier to provide it with Internal Audit Services for the contract period. Suppliers are invited to submit detailed proposals for Internal Audit Services to assist BHA in critically reviewing its functions to ensure continuous improvement and to regularly assist the Board of Management to review the internal controls in place.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.berwickshirehousing.org.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000599794

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