Internal and External Audit, Counter Fraud and Financial Assurance Services

NHS Shared Business Services has been working closely with NHS stakeholders including NHS Counter Fraud Authority plus wider public sector stakeholders on the evaluation and completion of awarding suppliers to the Audit framework agreement. The framework will be to provide NHS and wider public sector organisations with an even greater number of audit service options and approved suppliers.

Lot 1 - External Audit Services External Audit Service is to provide an independent, effective, professional and proactive audit opinion of the accounts and annual financial reports.

Lot 2 - Internal Audit Services Internal audit activity 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.

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.

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.

Lot 5 - Audit and Governance Ancillary Services covers a broad range of services and it is anticipated that this lot will be used for general financial assurance and advisory work.