Lafayette County Board of County Commissioners - Professional Auditing & Accounting Services - 2026
Lafayette CountyCounty · Lafayette County, FL- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 9 days left
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Niki Shaw
The 30-second brief
The Lafayette County Board of County Commissioners is seeking proposals from qualified firms or individuals of certified public accountants to audit its financial statements, including the Board of County Commissioners and constitutional officers. Services include financial audits, compliance reports, preparation of financial statements, and limited procedures required under government auditing standards, 24 C.F.R. 85.36, and Chapter 287.005 Florida Statutes (CCNA). The initial contract term is three (3) years with automatic annual renewals. Submissions are due by November 20th, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. to the Lafayette County Clerk's Office located at 120 W. Main St. PO Box 88, Mayo, FL 32066. Evaluation criteria include qualifications and experience, audit team and staff, previous engagements and references, peer review and disciplinary actions, and proposed pricing.
An opinion on the fair presentation of the financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles; A report on compliance and internal control over financial reporting based on an audit of the financial statements; A report on compliance and internal control over compliance applicable to each major federal program and state financial assistance project; A letter of compliance on the Local Governmental Entity Financial Condition Assessment; A report on compliance with Section 218.415, Florida Statutes; A report on compliance with Section 365.173(2)(d), Florida Statutes; Preparation of Financial Statements and accompanying notes
Qualifications and Experience - 35 points, Audit Team/Staff - 30 points, Previous Engagements/References - 15 points, Peer Review and Disciplinary Actions - 10 points, Proposed Pricing - 10 points
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Summary
The Lafayette County Board of County Commissioners is seeking proposals from qualified firms or individuals of certified public accountants to audit its financial statements, including the Board of County Commissioners and constitutional officers.
Services include financial audits, compliance reports, preparation of financial statements, and limited procedures required under government auditing standards, 24 C.F.R. 85.36, and Chapter 287.005 Florida Statutes (CCNA). The initial contract term is three (3) years with automatic annual renewals. Submissions are due by November 20th, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. to the Lafayette County Clerk's Office located at 120 W. Main St. PO Box 88, Mayo, FL 32066. Evaluation criteria include qualifications and experience, audit team and staff, previous engagements and references, peer review and disciplinary actions, and proposed pricing.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Qualifications and Experience - 35 points
- Audit Team/Staff - 30 points
- Previous Engagements/References - 15 points
- Peer Review and Disciplinary Actions - 10 points
- Proposed Pricing - 10 points
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- An opinion on the fair presentation of the financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles
- A report on compliance and internal control over financial reporting based on an audit of the financial statements
- A report on compliance and internal control over compliance applicable to each major federal program and state financial assistance project
- A letter of compliance on the Local Governmental Entity Financial Condition Assessment
- A report on compliance with Section 218.415, Florida Statutes
- A report on compliance with Section 365.173(2)(d), Florida Statutes
- Preparation of Financial Statements and accompanying notes
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
15- Sworn Entity
- Conflict of Interest
- Drug Free Workplace Certification
- Information Sheet for Transaction and Conveyances Corporate Identification
- Certification Regarding Lobbying
- E-Verify
- Anti-Collusion Statement Signature
- Debarment
- Suspension
- Ineligibility
- Voluntary Exclusion
- Failure to Perform Questionnaire
- Non-discrimination policy acknowledged
- Human Trafficking Affidavit
- Addendums
- Submit to
- Lafayette County Clerk's Office, Front Counter, 120 W. Main St., PO Box 88, Mayo, FL 32066
- Scope location
- Mayo, FL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lafayette County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 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: Lafayette County Clerk's Office, Front Counter, 120 W. Main St., PO Box 88, Mayo, FL 32066. For questions, contact Niki Shaw.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lafayette County 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 Niki Shaw. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: An opinion on the fair presentation of the financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles; A report on compliance and internal control over financial reporting based on an audit of the financial statements; A report on compliance and internal control over compliance. 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 and Experience - 35 points, Audit Team/Staff - 30 points, Previous Engagements/References - 15 points, Peer Review and Disciplinary Actions - 10 points, Proposed Pricing - 10 points" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lafayette County?
All active and historical solicitations from Lafayette County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Lafayette 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 20, 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: Sworn Entity, Conflict of Interest, Drug Free Workplace Certification, Information Sheet for Transaction and Conveyances Corporate Identification, Certification Regarding Lobbying, E-Verify, Anti-Coll. Review the full document from Lafayette 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: Mayo, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.