Provision of Internal Audit Services for South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Authority

South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Authority (the Authority) is looking to establish a contract with a provider for internal audit services. Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council will be managing this process for the Authority. This procurement is for Internal Audit services covering the scope of work and responsibilities of the Authority. The fire and rescue service under the leadership of the Chief Fire Officer and Chief Executive delivers services to the communities of South Yorkshire and consequently is where internal audit activity is predominantly focused. The Authority has delegated certain functions to the audit and Governance Committee that oversees the work of internal audit.