Howard County Housing Commission Financial Auditing and Compilation Services RFP 01-11-2026
Howard county Housing CommissionLocal Housing Authority · Columbia, MD- Due
- Nov 24, 2026
- 9 days left
- Posted
- Nov 3, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Peter Engel
- (443) 518-7800
The 30-second brief
Howard County Housing Commission is soliciting proposals from certified public accountant (CPA) firms for financial auditing and compilation services under RFP No. 01-11-2026. The scope includes evaluating financial activities, reviewing financial statements, assessing grant funds under Single Audit Act and OMB Circular A-133, reviewing financial contracts, internal controls, restricted accounts, and OPEB/GASB 87 compliance, plus preparing partnership rental housing compilations. The contract is for one year with three one-year renewal options. Proposals are due by November 24, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. ET, with written questions due by November 10, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. ET via [email protected].
Financial statements, Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards, Summary schedule of prior audit findings, Opinion on Financial Statements, Supplemental data on Commission-owned housing projects, Report on internal control and compliance, Single Audit Report, Annual financial information for HUD Housing Choice Voucher and multifamily programs, Schedule of findings and questioned costs, Corrective action plan, Partnership rental housing program compilations
Qualifications, relevant experience, and technical competence of the firm [25 points], Qualifications, relevant experience, and technical competence of key personnel [25 points], Proposed project approach and demonstrated ability to meet deadlines [15 points], EBO status [5 points], Completeness of the proposal [10 points], Price [20 points]
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Summary
Howard County Housing Commission is soliciting proposals from certified public accountant (CPA) firms for financial auditing and compilation services under RFP No. 01-11-2026.
The scope includes evaluating financial activities, reviewing financial statements, assessing grant funds under Single Audit Act and OMB Circular A-133, reviewing financial contracts, internal controls, restricted accounts, and OPEB/GASB 87 compliance, plus preparing partnership rental housing compilations. The contract is for one year with three one-year renewal options. Proposals are due by November 24, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. ET, with written questions due by November 10, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. ET via [email protected].
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Qualifications, relevant experience, and technical competence of the firm [25 points], Qualifications, relevant experience, and technical competence of key personnel [25 points], Proposed project approach and demonstrated ability to meet deadlines [15 points], EBO status [5 points], Completeness of the proposal [10 points], Price [20 points]
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Financial statements, Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards, Summary schedule of prior audit findings, Opinion on Financial Statements, Supplemental data on Commission-owned housing projects, Report on internal control and compliance, Single Audit Report, Annual financial information for HUD Housing Choice Voucher and multifamily programs, Schedule of findings and questioned costs, Corrective action plan, Partnership rental housing program compilations
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Document A - Proposal Cover Page
- Document B - Required Proposal Contents
- Document C - Affidavit
- Proof of valid EBO certification
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Columbia, Maryland
- Reported agency
- Howard County Housing Commission
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Howard county Housing Commission?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 24, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Peter Engel.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Howard county Housing Commission in MD, 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 Peter Engel at (443) 518-7800. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Financial statements, Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards, Summary schedule of prior audit findings, Opinion on Financial Statements, Supplemental data on Commission-owned housing projects, Report on internal control and compliance, Single Audit Report, Annual financial information for HUD Ho. 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, relevant experience, and technical competence of the firm [25 points], Qualifications, relevant experience, and technical competence of key personnel [25 points], Proposed project appr..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Howard county Housing Commission?
All active and historical solicitations from Howard county Housing Commission are tracked and searchable. As a local housing authority agency, Howard county Housing Commission 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 24, 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 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: Document A - Proposal Cover Page, Document B - Required Proposal Contents, Document C - Affidavit, proof of valid EBO certification. Review the full document from Howard county Housing Commission for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Columbia, Maryland. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
