Request for Quotations - Quality Assurance and Project Manager Consultancy
TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS GOVERNMENT
OFFICE OF THE CHIEF INTERNAL AUDITOR (OCIA)
REQUEST FOR QUOTATION (RFQ)
CONSULTANCY - QUALITY ASSURANCE AND PROJECT MANAGER
MIXED DELIVERY - REMOTE AND ONSITE
DEADLINE TO SUBMIT QUOTATIONS: July 21, 2025
1. OVERVIEW
The Office of the Chief Internal Auditor (OCIA) plays a critical role in the governance framework of the Turks and Caicos Islands Government (TCIG). The Chief Internal Auditor’s (CIA) role as per section 13 (6) of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) is to carry out internal audit reviews of Ministries, Departments and Statutory Bodies within the Turks and Caicos Islands Government (TCIG) to ensure good governance and that public finances are regulated, controlled and supervised in accordance with the PFMA and any other Act.
The OCIA carries out its activities within two (2) lines of responsibility – Administration and Functional.
Office of the Chief Internal Auditor | |||
Administration | Functional | ||
General Administration | Technical Administration | Non-Technical | Technical |
Governed by TCIG Acts, Regulations, Policies and Procedures | Governed by IIA Global Internal Audit Standards | Governed by IIA Global Internal Audit Standards and other Professional Standards (ACFE, PMI, etc) |
The OCIA seeks to continue the implementation of a Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP), which is a requirement under the IIA Global Internal Audit Standards (Standards). As defined in the Standards, a Quality Assurance and Improvement Program is - “A program established by the chief audit executive to evaluate and ensure the internal audit function conforms with the Global Internal Audit Standards, achieves performance objectives, and pursues continuous improvement. The program includes internal and external assessments.”
The OCIA is seeking quotations from suitably qualified and experienced individuals or firms to provide consultancy services for Quality Assurance and Project Management.
2. PROJECT OBJECTIVE
Through the Quality Assurance Improvement Program (QAIP), the CIA aims to meet the following key objectives:
The internal audit function must adhere to the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF), which includes the Global Internal Audit Standards issued by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). The CIA seeks to increase the Department’s compliance with principles such as independence, objectivity, professional competence, and due professional care.
This QAIP also includes the OCIA being in compliance with the CFE Code of Professional Standards issued by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) and OCIA’s Departmental policies and procedures.
The internal audit function must meet strategic goals and key performance indicators (KPIs) to add value to the TCI Government. The CIA seeks to improve the Department’s operational functions and activities in key areas such as:
The internal audit function should engage in ongoing learning, innovation, and enhancement to remain effective and aligned with the evolving business needs of the TCI Government. The CIA seeks to ensure the staff is continuously involved in growth and development activities. These include:
3. PROJECT FOCUS
This consultancy will focus on the two (2) pillars of General Administration and Non-Technical responsibilities to be carried out by the Office of the Chief Internal Auditor (OCIA). The project scope will cover all units within the OCIA which covers activities across Administration, Assurance, Advisory Services and Special Investigations.
4. SCOPE OF SERVICES
The services to be provided consist of:
5. DELIVERABLES
The Consultant is expected to deliver the following:
6. DURATION
This project will be delivered over 24 months.
7. SUBMISSION
The following documents must be submitted for this consultancy:
Submissions shall be directed to the officer below in hard copy or email no later than 4:00 pm July 21, 2025.
To:
Chief Internal Auditor
Office of the Chief Internal Auditor
1st Floor, Hibiscus Square
Pond Street, Grand Turk
Submissions received after the deadline may not be considered in this selection process but may be placed on file for future reference.
The selected candidate will be required to comply with all applicable Acts and Regulations within the Turks and Caicos Islands.
We appreciate your interest, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
8. CONTRACT AWARD
The TCI Government does not bind itself to accept the lowest priced quotations or proposals. The Government reserves the right to reject any or all proposals for services when deemed not to be in its best interest and the interest of the public.