Central Coventry Fire District - Annual Financial Statement Audit Services RFP 2026
Central Coventry Fire DistrictFire District · Coventry, RI- Due
- Oct 29, 2026
- Due today
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Dan Kaplan
The 30-second brief
Central Coventry Fire District requests proposals from certified public accountants for annual financial statement audit services for the fiscal year ended August 31, 2026, with an option for 2 subsequent fiscal years. The scope includes basic financial statements, government-wide financial statements, fund financial statements, required supplementary information, and single audit compliance if applicable under Uniform Guidance 2 CFR part 200. Accounting records utilize QuickBooks Online and QDS/Vision for property taxes. Proposals are due by 3:30 PM on October 29, 2026, submitted to the District Clerk at 240 Arnold Road, Coventry, RI 02816. Evaluation criteria include firm qualifications and experience (40 points), audit approach and strategy (30 points), and audit fees (30 points).
Overall qualifications and experience of the firm and specific engagement personnel (40), Overall audit approach and audit strategy (30), Audit fees (30)
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Summary
Central Coventry Fire District requests proposals from certified public accountants for annual financial statement audit services for the fiscal year ended August 31, 2026, with an option for 2 subsequent fiscal years.
The scope includes basic financial statements, government-wide financial statements, fund financial statements, required supplementary information, and single audit compliance if applicable under Uniform Guidance 2 CFR part 200. Accounting records utilize QuickBooks Online and QDS/Vision for property taxes. Proposals are due by 3:30 PM on October 29, 2026, submitted to the District Clerk at 240 Arnold Road, Coventry, RI 02816. Evaluation criteria include firm qualifications and experience (40 points), audit approach and strategy (30 points), and audit fees (30 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Overall qualifications and experience of the firm and specific engagement personnel (40), Overall audit approach and audit strategy (30), Audit fees (30)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Bound proposal
- Completed bid proposal form
- Peer review report
- Professional liability insurance certificate
- Submit to
- 240 Arnold Road, Coventry, RI 02816
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Coventry, RI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Central Coventry Fire District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 29, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 240 Arnold Road, Coventry, RI 02816. For questions, contact Dan Kaplan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Central Coventry Fire District in RI, 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 Dan Kaplan. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Overall qualifications and experience of the firm and specific engagement personnel (40), Overall audit approach and audit strategy (30), Audit fees (30)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Central Coventry Fire District?
All active and historical solicitations from Central Coventry Fire District are tracked and searchable. As a fire district agency, Central Coventry Fire District 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 29, 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 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: bound proposal, completed bid proposal form, peer review report, professional liability insurance certificate. Review the full document from Central Coventry Fire District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Coventry, RI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.