Chatham Area Transit Authority Request for Proposals 2025-07 - CAT Audit Services
Chatham Area Transit AuthoritySpecial District · Savannah, GA- Due
- Apr 30, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 21, 2025
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Victor Colon
- (912) 651-0453
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Chatham Area Transit Authority (CAT) is soliciting responses from qualified certified public accounting firms to provide annual year-end financial audit services. The initial period to be audited is July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, with an anticipated total contract term of three fiscal years and an additional two-year option. Services include audits performed in accordance with Government Auditing Standards (GAS), GAAP, and a Federal Single Audit pursuant to 2 CFR 200 Uniform Guidance. Proposals are due by Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. EST, with written questions due by Friday, March 28, 2025. Proposers must comply with Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) requirements under 49 CFR Part 26 and provide commercial general and professional liability insurance of not less than $1,000,000.
Draft Financial and Compliance Reports, Final Financial and Compliance Reports, Report to Board of Directors
Professional qualifications for performance of required service to include specialized experience and technical competence 30%, Past performance in terms of cost control, quality of work and compliance with performance schedules 30%, Capacity to accomplish the work according to specifications and in the required timeframe 20%, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise 10%, Price Proposal 10%
SUMMARY
Chatham Area Transit Authority (CAT) is soliciting responses from qualified certified public accounting firms to provide annual year-end financial audit services.
The initial period to be audited is July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, with an anticipated total contract term of three fiscal years and an additional two-year option. Services include audits performed in accordance with Government Auditing Standards (GAS), GAAP, and a Federal Single Audit pursuant to 2 CFR 200 Uniform Guidance. Proposals are due by Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. EST, with written questions due by Friday, March 28, 2025. Proposers must comply with Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) requirements under 49 CFR Part 26 and provide commercial general and professional liability insurance of not less than $1,000,000.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Professional qualifications for performance of required service to include specialized experience and technical competence 30%, Past performance in terms of cost control, quality of work and compliance with performance schedules 30%, Capacity to accomplish the work according to specifications and in the required timeframe 20%, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise 10%, Price Proposal 10%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Draft Financial and Compliance Reports
- Final Financial and Compliance Reports
- Report to Board of Directors
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Most recent three (3) years comprehensive financial statements
- Statement regarding staffing availability
- Evidence of current Commercial General/Professional Liability insurance
- Attachment B – DBE Certification Form
- Attachment C – Proposer’s References
- Attachment D – Addendum Acknowledgment
- Attachment E – Offeror’s Checklist
- Attachment F – Proposer Information Form
- Attachment G – Federal Clause Certification
- Lobbying Certification
- Submit to
- https://www.catchacat.org/about-cat/doing-business/procurement/procurement-opportunities/
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Savannah, Georgia
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Chatham Area Transit Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 30, 2025. 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://www.catchacat.org/about-cat/doing-business/procurement/procurement-opportunities/. For questions, contact Victor Colon.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Chatham Area Transit Authority in GA, 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 Victor Colon at (912) 651-0453. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Draft Financial and Compliance Reports, Final Financial and Compliance Reports, Report to Board of Directors. 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: "Professional qualifications for performance of required service to include specialized experience and technical competence 30%, Past performance in terms of cost control, quality of work and complianc..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Chatham Area Transit Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Chatham Area Transit Authority are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Chatham Area Transit Authority 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: Most recent three (3) years comprehensive financial statements, Statement regarding staffing availability, Evidence of current Commercial General/Professional Liability insurance, Attachment B – DBE C. Review the full document from Chatham Area Transit Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Savannah, Georgia. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.