Scope
Reference
0782
Description
Eastlight are looking for a full-service internal audit provider who, using a risk-based approach will provide Board and Senior Management assurance over the effective operation of governance, risk management and internal controls (GRC) at Eastlight.
Total value (estimated)
- £300,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 5 January 2026 to 1 April 2029
- Possible extension to 1 April 2031
- 5 years, 2 months, 28 days
Description of possible extension:
2 x 12 month extensions available
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79212000 - Auditing services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Tender submission deadline
8 August 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
26 November 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 70% |
| Cost | Cost | 30% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Justification for not publishing a preliminary market engagement notice
N/A
Contracting authority
Eastlight Community Homes
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDRZ-7469-PLCL
Eastlight House, Charter Way
Braintree
CM77 8FG
United Kingdom
Contact name: Amy Richmond
Region: UKH34 - Essex Haven Gateway
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government