Jacksonville Transportation Authority - Independent Financial Assessment, Governance Review, and Financial Recovery Services - RFP P-27-001 (2026)
Jacksonville Transportation AuthoritySpecial District · Jacksonville, FL- Due
- Nov 23, 2026
- 12 days left
- Posted
- Nov 3, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- George Barber
- (904) 673-7385
The 30-second brief
The Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) seeks an independent accounting, auditing, or financial advisory firm to conduct an independent financial assessment, root cause analysis, governance and internal control review, historical financial deterioration assessment, and financial recovery planning engagement. The review encompasses financial stability, organizational efficiency, accountability, transparency, and public confidence. The engagement includes examining revenues, expenditures, cash, debt, grants, procurement controls, and grant management, plus developing a prioritized financial recovery roadmap and rolling 13-week cash-flow forecast. Proposals are due by November 23, 2026, with questions due by November 17, 2026. The contract term is a one-year base with a fixed fee ceiling of $325,000.
Qualification, Experience and Availability of Key Staff (50 points), Project Approach and Methodology (35 points), Rates and Fees (15 points)
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Summary
The Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) seeks an independent accounting, auditing, or financial advisory firm to conduct an independent financial assessment, root cause analysis, governance and internal control review, historical financial deterioration assessment, and financial recovery planning engagement.
The review encompasses financial stability, organizational efficiency, accountability, transparency, and public confidence. The engagement includes examining revenues, expenditures, cash, debt, grants, procurement controls, and grant management, plus developing a prioritized financial recovery roadmap and rolling 13-week cash-flow forecast. Proposals are due by November 23, 2026, with questions due by November 17, 2026. The contract term is a one-year base with a fixed fee ceiling of $325,000.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
21- Acknowledgement of Receipt of Addenda
- Affidavit Regarding Labor and Services
- Certification of Eligibility
- Certification of Redacted Copy
- Certification Regarding Lobbying
- Confidentiality and Nondisclosure Terms
- Conflict of Interest Certification
- Debarment Certification
- E-Verify Requirement Affidavit Contractor under Section 448.095 FS
- E-Verify Requirement Affidavit Sub-Contractor under Section 448.095 FS
- Equal Opportunity Report Statement
- Intent to Perform Form
- Litigation Disclosure Form
- Non Performance Acknowledgement Form
- Non-Collusion Certificate
- Past Experience/Performance Reference Form
- Proposal Pricing Form
- Proposed Contract Modification Form
- Proposers List
- Proposer's Standard Assurance
- Schedule of Subconsultants/Subcontractors
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/jtafla/projects/322048
- Scope location
- Jacksonville, FL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Jacksonville Transportation Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 23, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/jtafla/projects/322048. For questions, contact George Barber.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Jacksonville Transportation Authority in FL, 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 George Barber at (904) 673-7385. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Qualification, Experience and Availability of Key Staff (50 points), Project Approach and Methodology (35 points), Rates and Fees (15 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Jacksonville Transportation Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Jacksonville Transportation Authority are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Jacksonville Transportation Authority 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 23, 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: Acknowledgement of Receipt of Addenda, Affidavit Regarding Labor and Services, Certification of Eligibility, Certification of Redacted Copy, Certification Regarding Lobbying, Confidentiality and Nondi. Review the full document from Jacksonville Transportation Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Jacksonville, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.