The Council on Higher Education seeks qualified bidders to provide internal auditing services for a period of 36 months. Bidders must demonstrate compliance with professional standards and provide a detailed proposal.
The Council on Higher Education (CHE) is inviting proposals for the provision of internal auditing services over a three-year period. This tender is aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes within the CHE. Bidders are required to submit a comprehensive proposal that includes a detailed project plan, team qualifications, and evidence of previous relevant experience in the public sector. The successful bidder will assist in drafting an internal audit rolling plan, preparing reports for the Audit and Risk Committee, and conducting various audits including IT and forensic audits.
The internal audit function is critical for ensuring that the CHE meets its strategic objectives while adhering to global internal audit standards. Bidders must demonstrate their capability to provide independent, objective assessments and to assist in identifying and mitigating significant risk exposures. The evaluation will be based on functionality, compliance with mandatory requirements, and pricing, with a focus on achieving a minimum score to qualify for further consideration. This tender presents an opportunity for firms with expertise in public sector auditing to contribute to the governance of higher education in South Africa.
This tender is suitable for auditing firms with experience in the public sector, particularly those that can demonstrate compliance with internal audit standards and have a proven track record of delivering similar services.