Internal Audit & Information Technology and System Audit Services for the Benefits Delivery Modernization Programme

The Department of Employment and Social Development Canada’s Internal Audit Services Branch is seeking two qualified external contractors to deliver internal audit and information technology and system audit services in support of the Benefits Delivery Modernization Programme. The contractors will assist the department’s dedicated internal audit team with audit engagements and, when required, provide fully outsourced independent third-party assurance engagements that result in branded reports. Their responsibilities may also include contributing to the development of the Risk-Based Internal Audit Plan. All work must strictly adhere to the Treasury Board’s Policy on Internal Audit and the Institute of Internal Auditors’ Global Internal Audit Standards. The solicitation is open to responses from qualified professionals based in Canada, with performance expected to occur nationally, primarily within the National Capital Region. The opportunity was posted on July 8, 2026, and proposals must be submitted by August 25, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. The contract falls under NAICS code 541219 and is administered by the Government of Canada. Point of contact for inquiries is Yves Cormier, reachable via the email NC-SOLICITATIONS-GD@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca. No details regarding contract value, evaluation criteria, performance periods, deliverables, payment terms, or specific contractual clauses are available in the published information.