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What are auditing tenders?

Auditing tenders are public-sector procurement opportunities where a department, municipality, public entity or state-owned company appoints an audit firm to provide audit services — internal audit, external audit, performance audit, forensic or probity audit, IT audit or compliance audit. Appointments may be once-off or multi-firm panels running for several years.

What is the difference between internal and external audit tenders?

Internal audit tenders appoint a firm to provide or supplement an organisation’s internal audit function over a contract period. External audit tenders appoint the statutory or annual external auditor. The two are separate procurements with different scopes and usually different firms bidding.

Who issues audit tenders in South Africa?

National departments, provincial departments, municipalities, public entities, state-owned companies, universities and hospitals. Audit committees and accounting officers drive these appointments, which are commonly advertised as three-year panels.

What is a probity or forensic audit tender?

Probity audit appointments review the integrity of a specific procurement or programme. Forensic audit appointments investigate suspected fraud, irregularity or financial misconduct. Both are specialist engagements usually appointed to forensic and investigative accounting firms.

Does BidBetter distinguish IT audit and systems audit tenders?

Where the title clearly describes IT audit, systems audit or information systems audit, the live feed filters on this page narrow to those appointments. Some tenders combine IT audit with broader internal audit — review the scope on the tender detail page.

Why do some tenders mention audited financial statements?

Many tenders require bidders to submit audited financial statements as an eligibility document. That is an administrative requirement, not an audit-services tender. This page excludes such incidental mentions and only lists tenders that procure audit services.

Can I search audit tenders by province?

Yes. Use the province filter to narrow results to a specific region. National audit panels may cover work across multiple provinces.

Can BidBetter alert me when new audit tenders are published?

Yes. Create a business profile describing the audit services your firm provides and the provinces where you can act. BidBetter can then surface supported tender matches based on your profile. Matching supports discovery — it does not confirm eligibility or appointment.

Can BidBetter analyse an audit tender?

Yes. AI-assisted tender analysis is available to eligible subscribers to help surface key dates, scope, requirements and risks. All critical information must be verified against the original tender documents.

Is BidBetter affiliated with IRBA or the Auditor-General?

No. BidBetter is an independent tender-management platform and is not affiliated with the South African government, the Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors, the Auditor-General or any official procurement portal.

Auditing tenders South Africa

Auditing Tenders in South Africa

Search current audit-services opportunities from supported public procurement sources, including internal audit, external audit, forensic and probity audit, IT and systems audit, and performance and compliance audit. Filter by engagement type, province and closing date.

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Internal Audit Compulsory briefing

APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER FOR THE PROVISIONING OF AN AUDIT MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE “AUDIT TOOL” FOR INTERNAL AUDIT.

South African Forestry Company Limited

APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER FOR THE PROVISIONING OF AN AUDIT MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE “AUDIT TOOL” FOR INTERNAL AUDIT.

RFB017/2026Services: ProfessionalMpumalanga

Closes

20 Oct 2026Closes in 15 days

Briefing

07 Oct 2026(Compulsory)

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Internal Audit

THE APPOINTMENT OF INTERNAL AUDITORS FOR THE PERIOD OF 36 (THIRTY-SIX).

National Housing Finance Corporation Limited

THE APPOINTMENT OF INTERNAL AUDITORS FOR THE PERIOD OF 36 (THIRTY-SIX).

NN01/09/2026Financial and insurance activitiesGauteng

Closes

20 Oct 2026Closes in 15 days

Briefing

06 Oct 2026

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Internal Audit

Appointment of Service Provider to conduct IT Internal Audit Services for a period of 6 Months

Port St Johns Local Municipality

Appointment of Service Provider to conduct IT Internal Audit Services for a period of 6 Months

PSJLM-MM-2026/27-08Services: ProfessionalEastern Cape

Closes

16 Oct 2026Closes in 11 days

Briefing

16 Oct 2026

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Internal AuditClosing soon Compulsory briefing

INTERNAL AUDIT PANEL TO THE DENEL GROUP FOR A PERIOD OF 5 YEARS

DENEL (Pty) Ltd

INTERNAL AUDIT PANEL TO THE DENEL GROUP FOR A PERIOD OF 5 YEARS

DG502/04/08/2026Other service activitiesGauteng

Closes

05 Oct 2026Closes today

Briefing

16 Sep 2026(Compulsory)

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Internal AuditClosing soon

Provision of internal audit services for a period of 36months

Kwa-Zulu Natal - Zulu Royal Household Trust

Provision of internal audit services for a period of 36months

ZRHT/RFP/01/2026Financial service activities, except insurance and pension fundingKwaZulu-Natal

Closes

05 Oct 2026Closes today

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Internal AuditClosing soon

FOR SOURCING INTERNAL AUDIT SERVICES TO CONDUCT A PERFORMANCE AUDIT REVIEW OF THE SKILLS PLANNING AND RESEARCH PROGRAMME FOR THE PUBLIC SERVICE SECTOR EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY (PSETA) IN LINE WITH THE APPROVED 2026/2027INTERNAL AUDIT PLAN’S QUARTER 3 DELIVERABLES.

Public Service Sector Education and Training Authority

FOR SOURCING INTERNAL AUDIT SERVICES TO CONDUCT A PERFORMANCE AUDIT REVIEW OF THE SKILLS PLANNING AND RESEARCH PROGRAMME FOR THE PUBLIC SERVICE SECTOR EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY (PSETA) IN LINE…

RFP/2021/001492Services: ProfessionalGauteng

Closes

06 Oct 2026Closes tomorrow

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Internal AuditClosing soon

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City Power – Johannesburg

BID - 2641S - FOR REQUEST FOR PROVISION OF STRATEGIC PARTNERS INTERNAL AUDIT.

BID - 2641SServices: ProfessionalGauteng

Closes

09 Oct 2026Closes in 4 days

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Internal Audit

PROVISION OF INTERNAL AUDIT SERVICES FOR A PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS WITH CLOSING DATE 16 OCTOBER 2026 AT 11:AM

Financial and Fiscal Commission

PROVISION OF INTERNAL AUDIT SERVICES FOR A PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS WITH CLOSING DATE 16 OCTOBER 2026 AT 11:AM

BID NO FFC/01/BID/2026/27Financial service activities, except insurance and pension fundingNational

Closes

16 Oct 2026Closes in 11 days

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Internal Audit

PROVISION OF INTERNAL AUDIT

Nkandla Local Municipality

PROVISION OF INTERNAL AUDIT

NKA/OMM01/26/27Other personal service activitiesKwaZulu-Natal

Closes

19 Oct 2026Closes in 14 days

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Internal Audit

Co-sourcing of the Internal Audit Function

Elundini Local Municipality

Co-sourcing of the Internal Audit Function

ELM-1/001/2026-2027Services: ProfessionalEastern Cape

Closes

20 Oct 2026Closes in 15 days

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Probity / Forensic Audit

ESTABLISHMENT OF A PANEL OF FIVE(5) AUDIT FIRMS TO RENDER PROBITY AUDIT SERVICES TO LIMPOPO DEPARTMENT OF CO-OPERATIVE GOVERNANCE, HUMAN SETTLEMENT AND TRADITIONAL AFFAIRS ( COGHSTA) IN THE PROCUREMENT OF INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES, GOODS AND SERVICES FOR THIRTY-SIX(36) MONTHS.

Limpopo - Co-operative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs

ESTABLISHMENT OF A PANEL OF FIVE(5) AUDIT FIRMS TO RENDER PROBITY AUDIT SERVICES TO LIMPOPO DEPARTMENT OF CO-OPERATIVE GOVERNANCE, HUMAN SETTLEMENT AND TRADITIONAL AFFAIRS ( COGHSTA) IN THE…

COGHSTA B003/26-27FYServices: ProfessionalLimpopo

Closes

03 Nov 2026Closes in 29 days

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Internal AuditClosing soon Compulsory briefing

TO TENDER – BID 1264/2026-F: APPOINTMENT OF EXTERNAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICE PROVIDER(S)

Kwazulu Natal - Provincial Treasury

INVITATION TO TENDER – BID 1264/2026-F: APPOINTMENT OF EXTERNAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICE PROVIDER(S) TO ASSIST IN CONDUCTING INTERNAL AUDIT SERVICES AS PER INTERNAL OPERATIONAL PLANS AT VARIOUS PROVINCIAL…

BID 1264/2026-FServices: ProfessionalKwaZulu-Natal

Closes

12 Oct 2026Closes in 7 days

Briefing

22 Sep 2026(Compulsory)

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Types of audit tenders

Audit-services tenders cover several distinct engagement types.

Internal audit

Outsourced or co-sourced internal audit across a department or entity, including the annual internal audit plan and risk-based audits.

External audit

Statutory or annual external audit appointments, including audit committees and special-purpose external reviews.

Probity & forensic audit

Probity audits of specific procurements and forensic investigations into suspected irregularity, fraud or financial misconduct.

IT & systems audit

Information-technology, systems and cybersecurity audits of applications, infrastructure and data controls.

Performance & compliance audit

Performance audits of programmes and compliance audits against legislation, standards and grant conditions.

Audit panels

Multi-firm audit panels appointed for a fixed period, with work allocated by rotation, specialisation or instruction.

Who issues audit tenders

Audit appointments are made across every tier of public sector.

National departments

Appoint internal audit panels, external audit and specialist forensic and performance audits.

Provincial departments

Advertise provincial internal audit panels and specialised assurance engagements.

Municipalities

Appoint internal auditors, audit committees and performance audit practitioners.

Public entities & SOEs

Engage internal, external, IT and forensic audit firms as part of governance and assurance.

What suppliers should prepare

Audit appointments require registered firm status and assurance capability.

Registered firm status

Registered auditor firm status (IRBA where required)
Signatory practitioners and key audit partners
Practice licences and professional good standing
B-BBEE certificate or affidavit

Capability evidence

Similar audit references (public sector preferred)
Specialist forensic or IT audit certifications
Team CVs and signed practitioners
Independence and conflict-management process

Commercial & compliance

Pricing model (hourly, capped or fixed)
CSD supplier information
Tax compliance evidence
Mandatory forms and signed declarations

Exact requirements vary by tender. Always confirm against the original tender documents.

How to find audit tenders

Audit work is described by engagement type — search by service.

01
Start with the engagement type
Search using the audit service you offer — internal audit, external audit, forensic or probity audit, IT audit or performance audit.
02
Look for panel language
Buyers often use "panel of auditors", "appointment of internal auditors" or "panel of audit firms" — these are usually multi-year appointments.
03
Filter by province
Narrow to a region where your firm can act. National audit panels may allocate work across multiple provinces.
04
Confirm scope and tenure
Review the audit plan, contract period and allocation method. Some engagements are once-off; others are recurring panel appointments.

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