City of Holtville - Municipal Financial Audit Services - 2026
City of HoltvilleCity · Holtville, CA- Due
- Nov 18, 2026
- 21 days left
- Posted
- Oct 22, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Nicholas D. Wells
- (760) 356-4574
The 30-second brief
The City of Holtville, California is seeking proposals from qualified independent Certified Public Accounting firms to perform municipal financial audit services, including the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), Single Audit in accordance with Uniform Guidance, GANN Limit agreed-upon procedures, State Controller Reports, and Annual Street Reports for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2025, 2026, and 2027, with options for extensions for 2028 and 2029. Proposals are due by November 18, 2026, at 4:00 p.m., to be delivered in three paper copies and one electronic copy via USB Flash Drive to the City Manager at 121 West Fifth Street, Holtville, California 92250. The evaluation will be based on ability to meet service requirements, experience and qualifications of key personnel, proposed pricing, and completeness of responses.
Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), Single Audit Report, GANN Limit review, Financial Transactions Reports for State Controller, Annual Streets Reports for State Controller
Ability to meet service requirements; understanding the needs and requirements of the City; scope and services offered, Experience, qualifications and knowledge of key personnel; references for similar work completed within the last three years, Proposed pricing, Completeness of responses to the Request for Proposals
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Summary
The City of Holtville, California is seeking proposals from qualified independent Certified Public Accounting firms to perform municipal financial audit services, including the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), Single Audit in accordance with Uniform Guidance, GANN Limit agreed-upon procedures, State Controller Reports, and Annual Street Reports for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2025, 2026, and 2027, with options for extensions for 2028 and 2029.
Proposals are due by November 18, 2026, at 4:00 p.m., to be delivered in three paper copies and one electronic copy via USB Flash Drive to the City Manager at 121 West Fifth Street, Holtville, California 92250. The evaluation will be based on ability to meet service requirements, experience and qualifications of key personnel, proposed pricing, and completeness of responses.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Ability to meet service requirements
- Understanding the needs and requirements of the City
- Scope and services offered, Experience, qualifications and knowledge of key personnel
- References for similar work completed within the last three years, Proposed pricing, Completeness of responses to the Request for Proposals
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR)
- Single Audit Report
- GANN Limit review
- Financial Transactions Reports for State Controller
- Annual Streets Reports for State Controller
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Cost Summary matrix (Appendix B)
- Schedule of Fees
- External quality control review
REQUIRED STAFFING
7- Submit to
- 121 West Fifth Street, Holtville, California 92250
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Holtville, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Holtville?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 18, 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: 121 West Fifth Street, Holtville, California 92250. For questions, contact Nicholas D. Wells.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Holtville in CA, 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 Nicholas D. Wells at (760) 356-4574. 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: Partner, Manager, Senior Accountant, Staff Accountant, Clerical, Miscellaneous, Other. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), Single Audit Report, GANN Limit review, Financial Transactions Reports for State Controller, Annual Streets Reports for State Controller. 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: "Ability to meet service requirements; understanding the needs and requirements of the City; scope and services offered, Experience, qualifications and knowledge of key personnel; references for simila..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Holtville?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Holtville are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Holtville 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 18, 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: Cost Summary matrix (Appendix B), Schedule of Fees, external quality control review. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Holtville for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Holtville, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.