Hazel Park School District Professional Audit Services RFP
Hazel Park School DistrictSchool · Hazel Park, MI- Due
- Feb 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Monica Papasian
- 248-658-5200
The 30-second brief
Hazel Park School District is seeking proposals for professional audit services for a five-year contract, commencing with the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. Services include financial statement audits, single audits, compliance audits, and communication with governance. Proposals are due February 27, 2026.
Audit of Financial Report with Supplemental Information, Single Audit Report, End of Audit Report to the Board of Education, Data Collection Form with Federal Clearinghouse, annual compliance audit of bonded construction fund expenditures, Pre-audit Communication to Those Charged with Governance, electronic filing of comprehensive annual financial report, single audit report and AU 260 letter/management letter with MDE, personal presentation of final reports.
Strict emphasis on quality, technical factors, number of Michigan school districts audited, involvement in school-related organizations, training in governmental and federal grant auditing, firm resources, quality of staff, reference responses, partner maintenance, internal quality control, communication ability, additional school-specific services, and reputation. Cost and other considerations will be evaluated after technical qualities.
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Summary
Hazel Park School District is seeking proposals for professional audit services for a five-year contract, commencing with the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.
Services include financial statement audits, single audits, compliance audits, and communication with governance. Proposals are due February 27, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
13- Strict emphasis on quality
- Technical factors
- Number of Michigan school districts audited
- Involvement in school-related organizations
- Training in governmental and federal grant auditing
- Firm resources
- Quality of staff
- Reference responses
- Partner maintenance
- Internal quality control
- Communication ability
- Additional school-specific services
- Reputation
Cost and other considerations will be evaluated after technical qualities.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Audit of Financial Report with Supplemental Information
- Single Audit Report
- End of Audit Report to the Board of Education
- Data Collection Form with Federal Clearinghouse
- Annual compliance audit of bonded construction fund expenditures
- Pre-audit Communication to Those Charged with Governance
- Electronic filing of comprehensive annual financial report
- Single audit report and AU 260 letter/management letter with MDE
- Personal presentation of final reports
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Firm's most recent Peer Review report (disclose qualifications), profile of the professional responsible for overall management, audit manager, field supervisors, other staff resumes, client service listing for school district clients in Michigan (including those with student populations under 5,000), Bid Disclosure Statement - Familial Relationship, Certification of Compliance – Iran Economic Sanctions Act.
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- BidNet Direct (www.bidnetdirect.com)
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Hazel Park School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 27, 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: BidNet Direct (www.bidnetdirect.com). For questions, contact Monica Papasian.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Hazel Park School District 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 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 Monica Papasian at 248-658-5200. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Audit of Financial Report with Supplemental Information, Single Audit Report, End of Audit Report to the Board of Education, Data Collection Form with Federal Clearinghouse, annual compliance audit of bonded construction fund expenditures, Pre-audit Communication to Those Charged with Governance, el. 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: "Strict emphasis on quality, technical factors, number of Michigan school districts audited, involvement in school-related organizations, training in governmental and federal grant auditing, firm resou..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Hazel Park School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Hazel Park School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Hazel Park 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 5 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's most recent Peer Review report (disclose qualifications), profile of the professional responsible for overall management, audit manager, field supervisors, other staff resumes, client service l. Review the full document from Hazel Park School District for the complete list.