AUDIT SERVICES FOR HEALTH (SBS10517)

Description

NHS Shared Business Services Limited (NHS SBS) act in an Agency capacity for and on behalf of its customers (Approved Organisations) - existing and new. These comprise of NHS and Social Care organisations (whether acting individually, or on behalf of, or together as members of any consortia) along with any other public or private sector bodies which NHS SBS authorises to use the resulting Framework/Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS). NHS SBS intends to put in place a Framework Agreement for the provision of Audit Services for Health and related services for Healthcare to be used by NHS SBS Approved Organisations. Our Approved Organisation list can be found on: https://www.sbs.nhs.uk/services/framework-agreements-categories/ We are committed to working with suppliers who are dedicated to Sustainability and Social Value and there will be a significant weighting on these elements in the tender. Lot 1: Provision of External Audit Services External Audit Service is to provide an independent, effective, professional and proactive audit opinion of the accounts and annual financial reports. Additional information: Please see description in the main contract objective on the Request for Information (RFI). Lots will be defined as an outcome of this initial market engagement PIN. The new Framework, subject to review and change, is expected to go live approximately October 2025. Please see the link at section 1.3 above for instructions on how to participate and submit responses via the SAP Ariba RFI Lot 2: Provision of Internal Audit Services Internal audit services will contribute to the improvement of governance, risk management and control processes. It will examine, evaluate and report on the adequacy of Internal Control Systems & Value for Money objectives. Additional information: Please see description in the main contract objective on the Request for Information (RFI). Lots will be defined as an outcome of this initial market engagement PIN. The new Framework, subject to review and change, is expected to go live approximately October 2025. Please see the link at section 1.3 above for instructions on how to participate and submit responses via the SAP Ariba RFI Lot 3: Provision of Counter Fraud Services This lot sets out a specification for the Provision of a Local Counter Fraud Specialist (LCFS) providing clear and quality processes. Additional information: Please see description in the main contract objective on the Request for Information (RFI). Lots will be defined as an outcome of this initial market engagement PIN. The new Framework, subject to review and change, is expected to go live approximately October 2025. Please see the link at section 1.3 above for instructions on how to participate and submit responses via the SAP Ariba RFI Lot 4: Well Led Governance Reviews This lot provides Approved Organisations with a structured reference for External reviews of their Governance & Culture and intends to support Approved Organisations in maintaining and developing the effectiveness of their governance arrangements carried out by Independent Reviewers. Additional information: Please see description in the main contract objective on the Request for Information (RFI). Lots will be defined as an outcome of this initial market engagement PIN. The new Framework, subject to review and change, is expected to go live approximately October 2025. Please see the link at section 1.3 above for instructions on how to participate and submit responses via the SAP Ariba RFI Lot 5: Audit and Governance Ancillary Services This lot covers a broad range of services and it is anticipated that this lot will be used for general financial assurance and advisory work. Additional information: Please see description in the main contract objective on the Request for Information (RFI). Lots will be defined as an outcome of this initial market engagement PIN. The new Framework, subject to review and change, is expected to go live approximately October 2025. Please see the link at section 1.3 above for instructions on how to participate and submit responses via the SAP Ariba RFI Lot 6: Independent Workplace Investigations This lot will deliver independent workplace investigations to enable employers to understand the facts and identify the issues relevant to resolving allegations or disputes involving employees. Additional information: Please see description in the main contract objective on the Request for Information (RFI). Lots will be defined as an outcome of this initial market engagement PIN. The new Framework, subject to review and change, is expected to go live approximately October 2025. Please see the link at section 1.3 above for instructions on how to participate and submit responses via the SAP Ariba RFI