Buffalo County Independent Financial Audit Services RFP
Town of NaplesCity · Naples, WI- Due
- Feb 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Lee Engfer
- (608)685-6234
The 30-second brief
Buffalo County seeks proposals from qualified independent certified public accounting (CPA) firms to perform financial and compliance audits for the County's fiscal years ending December 31st of 2025, 2026, and 2027, with renewal options. The RFP outlines scope of services, qualifications, submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and contract terms.
Financial Statement Audit reports, Single Audit reports, Management Letters, Governance communications, Presentations.
Experience & Qualifications (30%), Audit Approach & Understanding (25%), References & Past Performance (15%), Fee & Cost Value (20%), Local Presence & Accessibility (10%)
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Summary
Buffalo County seeks proposals from qualified independent certified public accounting (CPA) firms to perform financial and compliance audits for the County's fiscal years ending December 31st of 2025, 2026, and 2027, with renewal options.
The RFP outlines scope of services, qualifications, submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and contract terms.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Financial Statement Audit reports
- Single Audit reports
- Management Letters
- Governance communications
- Presentations
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Cover Letter
- Firm Profile & Qualifications
- Team & Staffing with résumés
- Audit Approach & Work Plan
- Deliverables & Value-Added
- Three References (WI counties/municipalities)
- Fee Proposal (separate)
- Required Forms (Conflict, Non-Collusion, Insurance, W-9)
- Proof of Wisconsin licensure
- Acknowledgment of Addenda (if any)
- Submit to
- Buffalo County Courthouse, Administration Office
- Scope location
- Buffalo County
- Reported agency
- Buffalo County
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Naples?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 5, 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: Buffalo County Courthouse, Administration Office. For questions, contact Lee Engfer.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Naples in WI, 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 Lee Engfer at (608)685-6234. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Financial Statement Audit reports, Single Audit reports, Management Letters, Governance communications, Presentations.. 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: "Experience & Qualifications (30%), Audit Approach & Understanding (25%), References & Past Performance (15%), Fee & Cost Value (20%), Local Presence & Accessibility (10%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Naples?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Naples are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Naples 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 3 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: Cover Letter, Firm Profile & Qualifications, Team & Staffing with résumés, Audit Approach & Work Plan, Deliverables & Value-Added, Three References (WI counties/municipalities), Fee Proposal (separate. Review the full document from Town of Naples for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Buffalo County. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.