Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport - Financial Statement Auditing Services - 26-049-RFP (2026)
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International AirportAirport Authority · Hebron, KY- Due
- Oct 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 8, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Rich Harrison
- (859) 414-5366
The 30-second brief
The Kenton County Airport Board (KCAB) seeks qualified certified public accounting firms to provide annual financial statement auditing services and Year One ACFR transition and implementation services for the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG). The base contract period covers calendar years ending December 31, 2027, 2028, and 2029, with options for two subsequent calendar years through 2031. Services include expressing opinions on financial statements, conducting Single Audits and Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) audits, and assisting KCAB in preparing and issuing its first Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for fiscal year 2027. Proposals are due by Thursday, October 29, 2026, at 2:00 pm ET, with questions due by October 15, 2026. Evaluation criteria emphasize firm strength and reputation, key personnel experience, proposed audit approach, and engagement fee.
Auditing fee Year 1, Fixed fee ACFR transition and implementation Year 1, Auditing fee Year 2, Auditing fee Year 3, Auditing fee Year 4 (if exercised), Auditing fee Year 5 (if exercised)
Strength and Reputation of the Firm (20%), Experience and Qualifications of Key Personnel (30%), Proposed Audit Approach (30%), Engagement Fee (20%)
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Summary
The Kenton County Airport Board (KCAB) seeks qualified certified public accounting firms to provide annual financial statement auditing services and Year One ACFR transition and implementation services for the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG).
The base contract period covers calendar years ending December 31, 2027, 2028, and 2029, with options for two subsequent calendar years through 2031. Services include expressing opinions on financial statements, conducting Single Audits and Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) audits, and assisting KCAB in preparing and issuing its first Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for fiscal year 2027. Proposals are due by Thursday, October 29, 2026, at 2:00 pm ET, with questions due by October 15, 2026. Evaluation criteria emphasize firm strength and reputation, key personnel experience, proposed audit approach, and engagement fee.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Auditing fee Year 1
- Fixed fee ACFR transition and implementation Year 1
- Auditing fee Year 2
- Auditing fee Year 3
- Auditing fee Year 4 (if exercised)
- Auditing fee Year 5 (if exercised)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Cover letter
- Firm qualifications
- Quality assurance review
- Key personnel experience and qualifications
- Proposed audit approach
- References
- Engagement fee
- Exceptions
- Certificate of Insurance
- Resident & Non-Resident Status Forms
- Confirmation
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cvgairport
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Hebron, KY
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 29, 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/cvgairport. For questions, contact Rich Harrison.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport in KY, 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 Rich Harrison at (859) 414-5366. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Auditing fee Year 1, Fixed fee ACFR transition and implementation Year 1, Auditing fee Year 2, Auditing fee Year 3, Auditing fee Year 4 (if exercised), Auditing fee Year 5 (if exercised). 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: "Strength and Reputation of the Firm (20%), Experience and Qualifications of Key Personnel (30%), Proposed Audit Approach (30%), Engagement Fee (20%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport?
All active and historical solicitations from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport are tracked and searchable. As a airport authority agency, Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport 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 qualifications, Quality assurance review, Key personnel experience and qualifications, Proposed audit approach, References, Engagement fee, Exceptions, Certificate of Insurance, Res. Review the full document from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Hebron, KY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.