Bay County, FL Standby Audit Services Request for Qualifications - RFQ 27-03
Bay CountyCounty · Panama City, FL- Due
- Nov 4, 2026
- 1 day left
- Posted
- Oct 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Maranda Griffin
- (850) 248-8240
The 30-second brief
The Bay County Board of County Commissioners is requesting statements of qualifications from certified public accountant firms to provide independent, as-needed financial, compliance, performance, and forensic audits, examinations, investigations, and related financial services. The County intends to establish a pool of qualified CPA firms for standby services across County departments, offices, and agencies. Services include special financial audits, operational reviews, internal control reviews, grant compliance monitoring, and revenue/fee collections reviews. The contract period shall be for one year with three optional one-year renewals. Submissions are due by November 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST, with questions due by October 26, 2026. Proposals may be submitted electronically via OpenGov Procurement or delivered to the Purchasing Department at 840 W. 11th Street, Suite 2500, Panama City, FL 32401.
Special and financial audits, Performance and operational audits, Compliance and grant audits, Forensic accounting and financial investigations, Internal control reviews, Revenue fee and collection reviews, Contract procurement and vendor-related financial reviews, Departmental agency and program reviews, Special examinations and other related services
General Information (20 points), Approach and Understanding of the Project (30 points), Technical Proposal (50 points)
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Summary
The Bay County Board of County Commissioners is requesting statements of qualifications from certified public accountant firms to provide independent, as-needed financial, compliance, performance, and forensic audits, examinations, investigations, and related financial services.
The County intends to establish a pool of qualified CPA firms for standby services across County departments, offices, and agencies. Services include special financial audits, operational reviews, internal control reviews, grant compliance monitoring, and revenue/fee collections reviews. The contract period shall be for one year with three optional one-year renewals. Submissions are due by November 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST, with questions due by October 26, 2026. Proposals may be submitted electronically via OpenGov Procurement or delivered to the Purchasing Department at 840 W. 11th Street, Suite 2500, Panama City, FL 32401.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Special and financial audits
- Performance and operational audits
- Compliance and grant audits
- Forensic accounting and financial investigations
- Internal control reviews
- Revenue fee and collection reviews
- Contract procurement and vendor-related financial reviews
- Departmental agency and program reviews
- Special examinations and other related services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Submittal Form, Addendum Acknowledgement, Affidavit of Compliance with Section 287.138 Florida Statutes Contracting with Foreign Entities of Concern, Affidavit of Compliance with Section 787.06 Florida Statutes Human Trafficking Attestation, Anti-Collusion Clause, Certification Regarding Scrutinized Companies List, Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form, Drug Free Workplace, Waiver of Exemption of Meetings/Presentations
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/baycountyfl
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Panama City, FL
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Bay County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 4, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/baycountyfl. For questions, contact Maranda Griffin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Bay County in FL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFQ submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Maranda Griffin at (850) 248-8240. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Special and financial audits, Performance and operational audits, Compliance and grant audits, Forensic accounting and financial investigations, Internal control reviews, Revenue fee and collection reviews, Contract procurement and vendor-related financial reviews, Departmental agency and program re. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "General Information (20 points), Approach and Understanding of the Project (30 points), Technical Proposal (50 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Bay County?
All active and historical solicitations from Bay County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Bay County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 4, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Submittal Form, Addendum Acknowledgement, Affidavit of Compliance with Section 287.138 Florida Statutes Contracting with Foreign Entities of Concern, Affidavit of Compliance with Section 787.06 Florid. Review the full document from Bay County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Panama City, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.