APPOINTMENT OF INTERNAL AUDITORS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE GIVEN SCOPE FOR A PERIOD OF 36 MONTHSClosed

Overview

Appointment of internal auditors for Overberg Water Board for 36 months in accordance with the given scope. This RFP invites professional service providers to supply a comprehensive internal audit function (financial, IT, HR, operations, SCM, performance, etc.) across a three-year horizon. Suitable bidders are firms with strong public/water-sector internal audit credentials, the ability to deploy multi-disciplinary teams, and relevant certifications (e.g., CIA/CA, CISA) and QA controls. Bids must comply with PPPFA/PFMA and require BBBEE verification.

Requirements

• Multi-domain internal audit capability (financial, performance, IT, governance, compliance, follow-up, project assurance) per IIA standards.
• Minimum team qualifications: Project Director/Manager (CA/SA, 5+ years in water/public sector projects); Internal Audit Manager (CIA, 5+ years); IT Auditor (CISA, 3+ years); other roles (SCM, HR, Operations, Finance, Performance) with 3–5+ years relevant public-sector experience.
• Deliverables: three-year internal audit strategy, risk-based annual plan, audit programs, CAATs/IT controls, reporting to CEO/Audit Committee, risk mitigation advice, knowledge transfer.
• Documentation and credentials: CVs and proofs for all roles; sample internal audit reports; organogram; five+ positive references in public/water sector; valid COIDA, SAP/CSD status, and SANAS BBBEE verification.
• Mandatory forms and registrations: SBD1, SBD4, SBD6.1, SBD3.2 (Pricing Schedule), CSD registration, tax compliance PIN, CIDB where applicable, BBBEE certificate or sworn affidavit.
• Competitive process: 80/20 (or 90/10) scoring under PPPFA; price 80/20, specific goals 20; due diligence and supplier integrity checks.

How to Apply

• Deadlines: submit by 04 Sep 2026 at 12:00 (Closing). Enquiries by 24 Aug 2026 17:00. (Refer to RFP OW-011/2026/27 – Internal Audit.pdf.)
• Submission method: one original in a sealed envelope at Overberg Water Board’s Corporate Office, reception desk; no email/telex/fax submissions; sign-in on Lodging Sheet.
• Documents to submit: SBD1, SBD3.2 pricing schedule, SBD4, SBD6.1, Returnable Schedules, Pricing Schedule, Organogram, CVs, reference letters, Joint Venture documents (if applicable), and CSD/TAXPIN/COIDA as required (see attached documents).
• Pre-qualifications: register on CSD; provide Tax Compliance PIN; COIDA letter; CIDB numbers for JVs; ensure BBBEE verification.
• Briefing/presentation: bidders must be available to present for up to 90 days after closing; the presentation details must be included in the bid; no separate pitch fee.
• Where to obtain docs: via e-Tender Portal and Overberg Water website (RFP documents available from 12:00, 12 Aug 2026). (See attached RFP OW-011/2026/27 – Internal Audit.pdf.)