City of Benton Harbor - Independent Third Party Forensic Financial Audit RFP - 2026
City of Benton HarborCity · Benton Harbor, MI- Due
- Nov 12, 2026
- 9 days left
- Posted
- Oct 22, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Tiffany Moore
- (269) 927-8457
The 30-second brief
The City of Benton Harbor, Michigan is seeking proposals from qualified certified public accounting firms or forensic accounting firms to perform an independent third-party forensic financial audit. The engagement will examine city-issued credit card activity, bank accounts, cash receipts, accounts payable, payroll, revenue, contracts, and related financial discrepancies, irregularities, misuse, waste, fraud, abuse, control failures, or unsupported transactions within a twelve-month review period. The selected firm will provide an engagement and data request plan, periodic status reports, draft and final reports, supporting schedules, a management letter, and a presentation to the City Commission. Proposals are due by November 12, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time, submitted electronically to [email protected] or via four bound copies to the City Clerk. Evaluation criteria include technical approach and methodology (30%), forensic and public-sector experience and qualifications (25%), independence and conflict assessment (15%), work plan and timeline (10%), data security (10%), and cost and overall value (10%).
Engagement and Data Request Plan, Periodic Status Reports, Immediate Risk Notices, Draft Report, Final Report, Supporting Schedules, Management Letter, City Commission Presentation, Workpapers
Technical approach, methodology, and understanding of scope (30%), Forensic and public-sector experience; qualifications of assigned team (25%), Independence, objectivity, and conflict assessment (15%), Work plan, responsiveness, capacity, and timeline (10%), Data security, evidence handling, and quality control (10%), Cost and overall value (10%)
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Summary
The City of Benton Harbor, Michigan is seeking proposals from qualified certified public accounting firms or forensic accounting firms to perform an independent third-party forensic financial audit.
The engagement will examine city-issued credit card activity, bank accounts, cash receipts, accounts payable, payroll, revenue, contracts, and related financial discrepancies, irregularities, misuse, waste, fraud, abuse, control failures, or unsupported transactions within a twelve-month review period. The selected firm will provide an engagement and data request plan, periodic status reports, draft and final reports, supporting schedules, a management letter, and a presentation to the City Commission. Proposals are due by November 12, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time, submitted electronically to [email protected] or via four bound copies to the City Clerk. Evaluation criteria include technical approach and methodology (30%), forensic and public-sector experience and qualifications (25%), independence and conflict assessment (15%), work plan and timeline (10%), data security (10%), and cost and overall value (10%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Engagement and Data Request Plan
- Periodic Status Reports
- Immediate Risk Notices
- Draft Report
- Final Report
- Supporting Schedules
- Management Letter
- City Commission Presentation
- Workpapers
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
13- Signed cover letter
- Firm profile and Michigan municipal experience
- Signed conflict-of-interest and independence certification
- Qualifications of the proposed team
- At least three comparable public-sector engagements
- Technical approach
- Work plan and proposed timeline
- Detailed fee proposal
- Description of data-security practices
- Evidence of required insurance
- Signed confidentiality acknowledgment
- Disclosure of litigation
- Requested exceptions
- Submit to
- 200 East Wall Street, Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022; [email protected]
- Scope location
- Benton Harbor, Michigan
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Benton Harbor?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 12, 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: 200 East Wall Street, Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022; [email protected]. For questions, contact Tiffany Moore.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Benton Harbor in MI, 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 Tiffany Moore at (269) 927-8457. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Engagement and Data Request Plan, Periodic Status Reports, Immediate Risk Notices, Draft Report, Final Report, Supporting Schedules, Management Letter, City Commission Presentation, Workpapers. 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: "Technical approach, methodology, and understanding of scope (30%), Forensic and public-sector experience; qualifications of assigned team (25%), Independence, objectivity, and conflict assessment (15%..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Benton Harbor?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Benton Harbor are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Benton Harbor 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 12, 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: Signed cover letter, Firm profile and Michigan municipal experience, Signed conflict-of-interest and independence certification, Qualifications of the proposed team, At least three comparable public-s. Review the full document from City of Benton Harbor for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Benton Harbor, Michigan. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.