City of Douglas External Sales Tax Auditing Services RFP 2026-F-005
City of DouglasCity · Douglas, AZ- Due
- Mar 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 3, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Alma Andrade
The 30-second brief
The City of Douglas is soliciting proposals from qualified firms to provide external sales tax auditing services. The purpose is to select an independent external auditor to conduct comprehensive sales tax audits on selected businesses to ensure compliance, identify underreported or unreported taxes, and recover any owed revenues.
External sales tax auditing services
Experience and qualifications (40%), Approach and methodology (30%), Cost proposal (20%), References and past performance (10%)
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Summary
The City of Douglas is soliciting proposals from qualified firms to provide external sales tax auditing services.
The purpose is to select an independent external auditor to conduct comprehensive sales tax audits on selected businesses to ensure compliance, identify underreported or unreported taxes, and recover any owed revenues.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
External sales tax auditing services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- No-Collusion Affidavit
- Firm qualifications
- Key personnel resumes and certifications
- Proposed methodology and approach
- Fee structure
- Timeline for services
- Proof of required insurance
- Submit to
- City of Douglas, Clerk, Alma Andrade, 425 10th St., Douglas, Arizona 85607
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Douglas, Arizona
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Douglas?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 19, 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: City of Douglas, Clerk, Alma Andrade, 425 10th St., Douglas, Arizona 85607. For questions, contact Alma Andrade.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Douglas in AZ, 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 Alma Andrade. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: External sales tax auditing services. 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: "Experience and qualifications (40%), Approach and methodology (30%), Cost proposal (20%), References and past performance (10%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Douglas?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Douglas are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Douglas 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: No-Collusion Affidavit, Firm qualifications, Key personnel resumes and certifications, Proposed methodology and approach, Fee structure, Timeline for services, Proof of required insurance. Review the full document from City of Douglas for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Douglas, Arizona. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.