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title: "Internal Audit Services"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000834012"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "SCOTTISH PARLIAMENTARY CORPORATE BODY"
published: "2026-06-09"
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# Internal Audit Services

Buyer: SCOTTISH PARLIAMENTARY CORPORATE BODY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000834012

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## Summary

The Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body (SPCB) is seeking a Contractor to provide Internal Audit Services, under an open procurement process. The services are intended to support the SPCB’s Head of Internal Audit and various independent officeholders in delivering high quality, independent and risk-based audits. The procurement stage is currently at the tender phase, with a closing submission date of 13 July 2026. The services will be delivered primarily in regions UKM75 and UKM72, Edinburgh and St. Andrews. This contract is classified under the CPV code 79212200, relating to auditing services, and is part of a broader requirement for services in the public sector. The contract duration is set for four years, with a potential one-year extension at the discretion of the SPCB.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in audit and assurance services, particularly those with expertise in aligning their practices with the Global Internal Audit Standards applicable in the UK public sector. Companies able to demonstrate proficiency in conducting comprehensive risk-based audits and who maintain a sufficient financial standing would be well-suited to compete. The requirement for a minimum Real Living Wage and adherence to fair work practices highlights an opportunity for socially responsible businesses. Additionally, the focus on community benefits and cyber security readiness further extends opportunities to those businesses keen on making a positive impact on society and demonstrating robust cyber security capabilities. Firms that have experience in digital or cyber audit assignments might find this tender especially beneficial for business growth.

## Notice

The Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body (SPCB) requires a Contractor to assist the SPCB's Head of Internal Audit and the independent Officeholders supported by the SPCB to deliver a high quality independent and risk-based internal audit and assurance service in line with the requirements of the Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS) as they apply in the UK Public Sector.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body (SPCB) requires a Contractor to assist the SPCB's Head of Internal Audit and the independent Officeholders supported by the SPCB to deliver a high quality independent and risk-based internal audit and assurance service in line with the requirements of the Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS) as they apply in the UK Public Sector. As directed by the SPCB or Officeholders, the Contractor will assist in scoping and planning specific internal audit assignments within annual internal audit plans, perform audit fieldwork and prepare internal audit reports.

Renewal: 1 x 12 month extension at the sole discretion of the SPCB.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557638 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | The contract duration is four years with the option to extend for a further 12 months at the sole discretion of the SPCB. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| 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 | SCOTTISH PARLIAMENTARY CORPORATE BODY |
| Additional buyers | CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE COMMISSIONER SCOTLAND; COMMISSIONER FOR ETHICAL STANDARDS IN PUBLIC LIFE IN SCOTLAND; SCOTTISH BIOMETRICS COMMISSIONER; SCOTTISH HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION; SCOTTISH INFORMATION COMMISSIONER; SCOTTISH PUBLIC SERVICES OMBUDSMAN |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH99 1SP |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh West |
| Delivery location | TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife, TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79212200 - Internal audit services

## Release History

- 9 Jun 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557638

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557638
  Internal Audit Services - The Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body (SPCB) requires a Contractor to assist the SPCB's Head of Internal Audit and the independent Officeholders supported by the SPCB to deliver a high quality independent and risk-based internal audit and assurance service in line with the requirements of the Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS) as they apply in the UK Public Sector.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.creditsafe.com/products/business-credit-reports/
- http://www.parliament.scot
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- http://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000834012
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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