APPOINTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICE PROVIDER FOR THE PROVISION OF INTERNAL AUDIT SERVICE FOR THE PERIOD OF TWO YEARSClosed

Overview

We are procuring the appointment of a professional service provider to supply internal audit services for a 24-month period. The Vaal Orange Catchment Management Agency seeks a co-sourced internal audit function across three provinces (Northern Cape, Free State, Gauteng) with staff meeting strict public/private sector audit qualifications.

Requirements

• Key staff qualifications and experience:
  • Lead partner: Masters in Auditing/Accounting/Law or CA/CIA/CISA; 10–12 years’ relevant experience.
  • Senior Manager: postgrad degree in relevant field; 8–10 years’ experience.
  • Manager: relevant degree and 5–8 years’ experience.
  • Two Senior Auditors: degrees in Auditing; 3–5 years’ experience.
• Team composition: lead partner, one senior manager, one manager, two senior auditors; replacements require equal or higher qualifications/experience and pre-approval.
• Proof of capability: CVs for all key staff; evidence of at least 3 years in business with relevant audit experience; client references (letters on client letterhead) for internal audit projects.
• Minimum documentation: registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD), SARS Tax Compliance status PIN, active CIPC registration; BBBEE status (certificate or sworn affidavit); letter of good standing with Compensation Commissioner.
• Compliance: no involvement of in-service state employees; sign bid authority (e.g., board resolution if applicable); SBD forms as required.
• Evaluation readiness: demonstrated methodology, skills transfer plan, and relevant project experience; minimum 70/100 for functionality.

How to Apply

• Deadline: 08 September 2026 at 11:00 (closing date/time).
• Submission: via e-Tenders; documents may be deposited online; no briefing session (N/A).
• Required documents: official forms and schedules including SBD1, SBD4, SBD6.1, SBD3.3; Pricing Schedule (SBD3.3); full pricing and man-day breakdown; proof of tax clearance and CSD number; BBBEE documentation.
• References and experience: attach appointment letters/recommendations/letters of reference for internal audit services in the public sector; ensure references include contactable details.
• Documents to obtain: bid documents are accessed via e-Tenders; attached document to this summary includes the detailed VO CMA tender (INTERNAL AUDIT SERVICE FOR THE PERIOD OF TWO YEARS.pdf).
• Project scope notes: 24-month engagement with deliverables including three-year rolling internal audit plan, quarterly performance audits, financial and governance reviews, and a formal skills-transfer plan.