Douglas County Internal Audit Services RFP 2026
Douglas CountyCounty · Minden, NV- Due
- Apr 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 27, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Kathy Lewis
The 30-second brief
Douglas County is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide independent internal audit services. The selected firm will support management, the Audit committee, and the Board of County Commissioners in evaluating internal controls, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and risk management processes. The contract term is three years with two optional one-year renewals.
Annual risk assessment, Risk-based internal audit plan, Financial, Compliance, Operational, And IT audits, Internal control evaluations, Fraud risk assessments, Public resource safeguarding, Grant compliance reviews, Procurement practice reviews, Payroll reviews, Business process reviews, Written audit reports, Presentations to management and board, Administration of a confidential fraud, Waste, And abuse reporting system.
Government experience, Audit approach and methodology, Vision for Internal Audit Role, Staff qualifications, Cost, References and past performance.
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Summary
Douglas County is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide independent internal audit services.
The selected firm will support management, the Audit committee, and the Board of County Commissioners in evaluating internal controls, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and risk management processes. The contract term is three years with two optional one-year renewals.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Government experience
- Audit approach and methodology
- Vision for Internal Audit Role
- Staff qualifications
- Cost
- References and past performance
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
18- Annual risk assessment
- Risk-based internal audit plan
- Financial
- Compliance
- Operational
- IT audits
- Internal control evaluations
- Fraud risk assessments
- Public resource safeguarding
- Grant compliance reviews
- Procurement practice reviews
- Payroll reviews
- Business process reviews
- Written audit reports
- Presentations to management and board
- Administration of a confidential fraud
- Waste
- Abuse reporting system
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Firm overview and government audit experience
- Proposed audit methodology and approach
- Narrative describing firm's vision
- Resumes of key personnel
- Sample audit report
- References from at least three public sector clients
- Hourly billing rates by staff classifications
- Estimated annual cost and not-to-exceed amount
- Description of reimbursable expenses
REQUIRED STAFFING
Staff classifications
- Submit to
- Minden, NV 89423
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Douglas County, Nevada
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Douglas County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 30, 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: Minden, NV 89423. For questions, contact Kathy Lewis.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Douglas County in NV, 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 Kathy Lewis. 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: Staff classifications. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Annual risk assessment, Risk-based internal audit plan, Financial, Compliance, Operational, And IT audits, Internal control evaluations, Fraud risk assessments, Public resource safeguarding, Grant compliance reviews, Procurement practice reviews, Payroll reviews, Business process reviews, Written au. 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: "Government experience, Audit approach and methodology, Vision for Internal Audit Role, Staff qualifications, Cost, References and past performance." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Douglas County?
All active and historical solicitations from Douglas County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Douglas County 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: Firm overview and government audit experience, Proposed audit methodology and approach, Narrative describing firm's vision, Resumes of key personnel, Sample audit report, References from at least thre. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Douglas County 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 County, Nevada. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.