East Bay Charter Township - Request for Qualifications for Independent Audit Services - FY2026-2029
Town of East BayCity · Traverse City, MI- Due
- Nov 12, 2026
- 5 days left
- Contract term
- 4 years
- Primary contact
- Beth Friend
The 30-second brief
East Bay Charter Township requests Statements of Qualifications from independent CPA firms to audit basic financial statements for fiscal years 2026 through 2029. The FY2026 audit requires a Single Audit due to federal expenditures exceeding $1,000,000. Services include issuing opinions on financial statements, Government Auditing Standards internal control reports, management letters, F65 reports, and filing with the Michigan Department of Treasury by June 30. Submissions are due Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern at 1965 N Three Mile Road, Traverse City, MI 49686.
Financial statement audit, Single Audit (first major program), Each additional major program
Experience auditing Michigan townships, component units and Single Audits (30 points), Qualifications and continuity of the assigned team (25 points), Audit approach, timeline and transition plan (20 points), References (15 points), Peer review and quality-control results (10 points)
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Summary
East Bay Charter Township requests Statements of Qualifications from independent CPA firms to audit basic financial statements for fiscal years 2026 through 2029.
The FY2026 audit requires a Single Audit due to federal expenditures exceeding $1,000,000. Services include issuing opinions on financial statements, Government Auditing Standards internal control reports, management letters, F65 reports, and filing with the Michigan Department of Treasury by June 30. Submissions are due Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern at 1965 N Three Mile Road, Traverse City, MI 49686.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Financial statement audit
- Single Audit (first major program)
- Each additional major program
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Fee Proposal - Audit Services FY2026-2029 (Attachment A)
- Transmittal letter
- Firm profile
- Independence disclosure
- Peer review report
- Engagement team résumés
- Client references
- Audit approach and timeline
REQUIRED STAFFING
4- Submit to
- 1965 N Three Mile Road, Traverse City, MI 49686
- Scope location
- Traverse City, MI
- Reported agency
- East Bay Charter Township
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Town of East Bay?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 12, 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: 1965 N Three Mile Road, Traverse City, MI 49686. For questions, contact Beth Friend.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Town of East Bay in MI, 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 Beth Friend. 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 / in-charge, Staff. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Financial statement audit, Single Audit (first major program), Each additional major program. 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 auditing Michigan townships, component units and Single Audits (30 points), Qualifications and continuity of the assigned team (25 points), Audit approach, timeline and transition plan (20..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of East Bay?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 4 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 12, 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 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: Fee Proposal - Audit Services FY2026-2029 (Attachment A), transmittal letter, firm profile, independence disclosure, peer review report, engagement team résumés, client references, audit approach and. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Town of East Bay for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Traverse City, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.