Beaufort County Audit Engagement 2026 External Independent Auditing Services RFP
Beaufort CountyCounty · Beaufort, SC- Due
- May 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 7, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Sandy Novak
- (843) 255-2314
The 30-second brief
Beaufort County, South Carolina is issuing this Request for Proposal (RFP) to select an independent certified public accounting firm to provide external independent auditing services. The engagement is scheduled to begin with the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, and continue through the fiscal year ending June 30, 2031. The awarded firm will interact with the Audit Selection Committee and County Council to review the scope of services, discuss audit results, and address findings in the management letter. Proposals are due by May 7, 2026, at 102 Industrial Village Rd, Building 2, Beaufort, SC. A notice of interest is due by April 24, 2026. Interested firms can review the County's Comprehensive Financial Reports (ACFR) online for additional context.
External independent auditing services, Management letter
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Summary
Beaufort County, South Carolina is issuing this Request for Proposal (RFP) to select an independent certified public accounting firm to provide external independent auditing services.
The engagement is scheduled to begin with the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, and continue through the fiscal year ending June 30, 2031. The awarded firm will interact with the Audit Selection Committee and County Council to review the scope of services, discuss audit results, and address findings in the management letter. Proposals are due by May 7, 2026, at 102 Industrial Village Rd, Building 2, Beaufort, SC. A notice of interest is due by April 24, 2026. Interested firms can review the County's Comprehensive Financial Reports (ACFR) online for additional context.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
External independent auditing services, Management letter
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Comprehensive Financial Reports
- Submit to
- 102 Industrial Village Rd, Building 2, Beaufort, SC, 29902
- Scope location
- Beaufort, SC
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Beaufort County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 7, 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: 102 Industrial Village Rd, Building 2, Beaufort, SC, 29902. For questions, contact Sandy Novak.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Beaufort County in SC, 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 RFP 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 Sandy Novak at (843) 255-2314. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: External independent auditing services, Management letter. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Beaufort County?
All active and historical solicitations from Beaufort County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Beaufort 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: Comprehensive Financial Reports. Review the full document from Beaufort 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: Beaufort, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.