City of La Marque - Professional Forensic Audit Services - RFQ 26-04 (2026)
City of La MarqueCity · La Marque, TX- Due
- Aug 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 17, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Worth Ferguson
- (405) 555-1212
The 30-second brief
The City of La Marque, Texas, seeks qualified Certified Public Accounting (CPA) firms to perform independent forensic audit services covering fiscal years 2020 through 2025 (October 1, 2019, to September 30, 2025). The solicitation encompasses 15 separate operational scopes, including grants, impact fees, hotel occupancy taxes, payments to individuals, large purchases and machinery sales, travel expenses, purchase cards, utility agreements, 501(c)(3) nonprofit payments, electronic purchases, Amazon account purchases, Omega Bay permitting, fuel cards, tax-exempt usage, Sam's Club accounts, and council discretionary funds. Proposers may bid on any and/or all scopes. The audit must comply with generally accepted auditing standards and AICPA forensic and valuation standards. Submissions are due by August 13, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the City Clerk's Office, 1111 Bayou Road, La Marque, TX 77568. Evaluation is based on best value criteria, including qualifications, reputation, quality, and past performance.
Independent forensic audit reports for up to 15 separate scopes covering FY 2020 - FY 2025 financial transactions, Grants, Impact fees, HOT tax, Purchase cards, Travel, And operations.
Qualifications (30%), Reputation of the Proposer and references (30%), Quality of goods or services (15%), Extent to which goods or services meet City's needs (15%), Proposer's past relationship with the City (5%), Geographic location (5%)
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Summary
The City of La Marque, Texas, seeks qualified Certified Public Accounting (CPA) firms to perform independent forensic audit services covering fiscal years 2020 through 2025 (October 1, 2019, to September 30, 2025).
The solicitation encompasses 15 separate operational scopes, including grants, impact fees, hotel occupancy taxes, payments to individuals, large purchases and machinery sales, travel expenses, purchase cards, utility agreements, 501(c)(3) nonprofit payments, electronic purchases, Amazon account purchases, Omega Bay permitting, fuel cards, tax-exempt usage, Sam's Club accounts, and council discretionary funds. Proposers may bid on any and/or all scopes. The audit must comply with generally accepted auditing standards and AICPA forensic and valuation standards. Submissions are due by August 13, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the City Clerk's Office, 1111 Bayou Road, La Marque, TX 77568. Evaluation is based on best value criteria, including qualifications, reputation, quality, and past performance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Independent forensic audit reports for up to 15 separate scopes covering FY 2020 - FY 2025 financial transactions, Grants, Impact fees, HOT tax, Purchase cards, Travel, And operations.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Title Page
- Table of Contents
- Transmittal Letter
- Detailed Proposal
- Proposer Guarantee
- Proposer Warranties
- Proposed Audit Schedule
- Standard Agreement
- Sealed fee proposal
- Copy of most recent external quality control review
- Submit to
- City of La Marque, Attn: City Clerk's Office, 1111 Bayou Road, La Marque, TX 77568
- Scope location
- La Marque, TX
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of La Marque?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 13, 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 La Marque, Attn: City Clerk's Office, 1111 Bayou Road, La Marque, TX 77568. For questions, contact Worth Ferguson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of La Marque in TX, 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 RFQ 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 Worth Ferguson at (405) 555-1212. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Independent forensic audit reports for up to 15 separate scopes covering FY 2020 - FY 2025 financial transactions, Grants, Impact fees, HOT tax, Purchase cards, Travel, And operations.. 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: "Qualifications (30%), Reputation of the Proposer and references (30%), Quality of goods or services (15%), Extent to which goods or services meet City's needs (15%), Proposer's past relationship with..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of La Marque?
All active and historical solicitations from City of La Marque are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of La Marque 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 RFQ?
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: Title Page, Table of Contents, Transmittal Letter, Detailed Proposal, Proposer Guarantee, Proposer Warranties, Proposed Audit Schedule, Standard Agreement, Sealed fee proposal, Copy of most recent ext. Review the full document from City of La Marque for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: La Marque, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.