Council Bluffs Community School District Request for Audit Services Proposal 2026
Council Bluffs Community School DistrictSchool · Council Bluffs, IA- Due
- Oct 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Tim Reinert
- (712) 325-6438 ext 1003
The 30-second brief
The Council Bluffs Community School District is soliciting proposals from certified public accounting firms to provide annual audit services for the three fiscal years ending June 30, 2026, 2027, and 2028. The selected firm will express an opinion on the fair presentation of the District's financial statements in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards, Chapter 11 of the Code of Iowa, Government Auditing Standards, and OMB Circular A-133. Services include annual financial statement audits, management letters, draft reports, filing with the Office of the Auditor of State and Department of Education by March 31, and presentations to the Board of Directors. Sealed proposals are due by 4:00 P.M. on October 23, 2026, at the Educational Service Center in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Evaluation criteria include cost and qualifications.
Annual audit of individual financial statements, Draft copy of the audit report, Final audit report, Presentation of the audit report to the Board of Directors, Management letter, Additional auditing assistance
Cost, Qualifications
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Summary
The Council Bluffs Community School District is soliciting proposals from certified public accounting firms to provide annual audit services for the three fiscal years ending June 30, 2026, 2027, and 2028.
The selected firm will express an opinion on the fair presentation of the District's financial statements in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards, Chapter 11 of the Code of Iowa, Government Auditing Standards, and OMB Circular A-133. Services include annual financial statement audits, management letters, draft reports, filing with the Office of the Auditor of State and Department of Education by March 31, and presentations to the Board of Directors. Sealed proposals are due by 4:00 P.M. on October 23, 2026, at the Educational Service Center in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Evaluation criteria include cost and qualifications.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Cost, Qualifications
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Annual audit of individual financial statements
- Draft copy of the audit report
- Final audit report
- Presentation of the audit report to the Board of Directors
- Management letter
- Additional auditing assistance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bid sheet, copy of any engagement letter
- Submit to
- Educational Service Center, 300 West Broadway #1600, Council Bluffs, IA 51503 or emailed to [email protected]
- Scope location
- Council Bluffs, IA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Council Bluffs Community School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 23, 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: Educational Service Center, 300 West Broadway #1600, Council Bluffs, IA 51503 or emailed to [email protected]. For questions, contact Tim Reinert.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Council Bluffs Community School District in IA, 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 Tim Reinert at (712) 325-6438 ext 1003. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Annual audit of individual financial statements, Draft copy of the audit report, Final audit report, Presentation of the audit report to the Board of Directors, Management letter, Additional auditing assistance. 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: "Cost, Qualifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Council Bluffs Community School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Council Bluffs Community School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Council Bluffs Community School District 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: Bid sheet, copy of any engagement letter. Review the full document from Council Bluffs Community School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Council Bluffs, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.