City of Americus Audit Services RFP 2026
City of AmericusCity · Americus, GA- Due
- Apr 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 7, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Sierra Harvey
- (229) 924-4411 ext 244
The 30-second brief
The City of Americus is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for professional audit services. The selected auditor will perform a financial audit of the city's governmental activities, business-type activities, component units, and major funds in accordance with U.S. generally accepted auditing standards and Government Auditing Standards. Scope includes internal control reviews, compliance testing for federal awards (Single Audit/UGG Subpart F), and preparation of required audit reports and management letters. The contract term is for an initial period of one year with options to renew for up to three successive terms. Proposals must be submitted in three parts (Original, Technical, and Cost) to the City Clerk's office by April 21, 2026. A Notification of Interest is also requested by the same date.
Standard report on financial statements, Report on Internal Controls, Report on Compliance, Schedule of expenditures of federal awards, Management letter, Ten printed copies and one electronic copy of reports
Responsiveness to proposal, Technical experience of the firm, Staff qualifications, Size and structure of firm, Prior experience with firm, Cost factors
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Summary
The City of Americus is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for professional audit services.
The selected auditor will perform a financial audit of the city's governmental activities, business-type activities, component units, and major funds in accordance with U.S. generally accepted auditing standards and Government Auditing Standards. Scope includes internal control reviews, compliance testing for federal awards (Single Audit/UGG Subpart F), and preparation of required audit reports and management letters. The contract term is for an initial period of one year with options to renew for up to three successive terms. Proposals must be submitted in three parts (Original, Technical, and Cost) to the City Clerk's office by April 21, 2026. A Notification of Interest is also requested by the same date.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Responsiveness to proposal
- Technical experience of the firm
- Staff qualifications
- Size and structure of firm
- Prior experience with firm
- Cost factors
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Standard report on financial statements
- Report on Internal Controls
- Report on Compliance
- Schedule of expenditures of federal awards
- Management letter
- Ten printed copies and one electronic copy of reports
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Mandatory Pre-Qualification Form (Attachment B)
- Model Format of Proposal (Attachment C)
- Notification of Interest Letter (Attachment D)
- Form of Agreement (Attachment E)
- Sample Engagement Letter (Attachment F)
REQUIRED STAFFING
4- Submit to
- 101 W. Lamar Street, Americus, Ga, 31709
- Scope location
- Americus, GA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Americus?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 21, 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: 101 W. Lamar Street, Americus, Ga, 31709. For questions, contact Sierra Harvey.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Americus 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 Sierra Harvey at (229) 924-4411 ext 244. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Partners, Managers, Supervisory Staff, Other. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Standard report on financial statements, Report on Internal Controls, Report on Compliance, Schedule of expenditures of federal awards, Management letter, Ten printed copies and one electronic copy of reports. 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: "Responsiveness to proposal, Technical experience of the firm, Staff qualifications, Size and structure of firm, Prior experience with firm, Cost factors" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Americus?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Americus are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Americus 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 1 year. 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: Mandatory Pre-Qualification Form (Attachment B), Model Format of Proposal (Attachment C), Notification of Interest Letter (Attachment D), Form of Agreement (Attachment E), Sample Engagement Letter (At. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Americus for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Americus, GA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.