Scope
Reference
PS/NB/537
Description
This is a pre-market engagement exercise.
Bournemouth University is looking at its requirement for an internal auditor to provide independent assurance on the adequacy and effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal controls across the University, including compliance with regulatory requirements.
The Supplier would recommend improvements, informed by sector best practice, and deliver insights that help optimise resources and enhance efficiency. In addition, the Supplier would support the University in strengthening processes and controls through actionable recommendations, enhancing assurance and building confidence among the Board, Audit, Risk and Governance Committee, and senior management.
The University is looking to engage with the supply market for the purposes of:
*Identifying suppliers that may be able to supply the goods, services or works required;
*Building capacity among suppliers in relation to the contract being awarded.
Total value (estimated)
- £666,666 excluding VAT
- £800,000 including VAT
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 August 2026 to 31 July 2029
- Possible extension to 31 July 2031
- 5 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79200000 - Accounting, auditing and fiscal services
- 79210000 - Accounting and auditing services
- 79212000 - Auditing services
- 79212100 - Financial auditing services
- 79212200 - Internal audit services
Contract locations
- UKK24 - Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Engagement
Engagement deadline
11 March 2026
Engagement process description
The exercise will consist of interested suppliers indicating their interest, purely for information purposes.
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
20 March 2026
Contracting authority
Bournemouth University
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVRY-5141-LLTP
Poole House, Talbot Campus, Fern Barrow
Poole
BH12 5BB
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@bournemouth.ac.uk
Website: https://www.bournemouth.ac.uk
Region: UKK24 - Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government