Lone Star College System - Audit Consulting Services - RFQ 26-09-01 (2026)
Lone Star College SystemHigher Ed · The Woodlands, TX- Due
- Oct 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 10, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Janet Bradley
- (832) 813-6551
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Lone Star College System seeks a pool of qualified firms to provide professional auditing, accounting, financial, compliance, internal control, forensic, operational, performance, risk assessment, and related consulting services across 24 locations in the greater Houston area, including eight colleges, seven centers, and eight Workforce Centers of Excellence. Services include financial and performance audits, process reviews, grants management reviews, internal control assessments, forensic accounting, data analytics using PowerBI, and related training. This RFQ 26-09-01 has a submission deadline of October 1, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. CST, with questions due by September 18, 2026. The initial contract term is up to three years with options to renew for two additional one-year terms. Vendors must submit electronically through the LSCS eBid system and include required forms such as Form W-9 and Texas Ethics Commission Form 1295.
Reputation of the Bidder, 20; Quality of the Bidder's goods or services, 30; Extent to which the goods or services meet the needs of The System, 25; Bidder's past relationship with The System, 5; The impact on the ability of The System to comply with laws and rules relating to historically underutilized businesses, 0; Bidder has its principal place of business in Texas or employs at least 500 persons in Texas, 5; Completeness of answers on Attributes 83 to 94, 15
SUMMARY
Lone Star College System seeks a pool of qualified firms to provide professional auditing, accounting, financial, compliance, internal control, forensic, operational, performance, risk assessment, and related consulting services across 24 locations in the greater Houston area, including eight colleges, seven centers, and eight Workforce Centers of Excellence.
Services include financial and performance audits, process reviews, grants management reviews, internal control assessments, forensic accounting, data analytics using PowerBI, and related training. This RFQ 26-09-01 has a submission deadline of October 1, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. CST, with questions due by September 18, 2026. The initial contract term is up to three years with options to renew for two additional one-year terms. Vendors must submit electronically through the LSCS eBid system and include required forms such as Form W-9 and Texas Ethics Commission Form 1295.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Reputation of the Bidder, 20
- Quality of the Bidder's goods or services, 30
- Extent to which the goods or services meet the needs of The System, 25
- Bidder's past relationship with The System, 5
- The impact on the ability of The System to comply with laws and rules relating to historically underutilized businesses, 0
- Bidder has its principal place of business in Texas or employs at least 500 persons in Texas, 5
- Completeness of answers on Attributes 83 to 94, 15
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
W-9 Form, Certificate of Interested Parties Form 1295
- Submit to
- https://lonestar.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=317&SourceType=2
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- The Woodlands, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFQ from Lone Star College System?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 1, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://lonestar.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=317&SourceType=2. For questions, contact Janet Bradley.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Lone Star College System in TX, 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 Janet Bradley at (832) 813-6551. 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: "Reputation of the Bidder, 20; Quality of the Bidder's goods or services, 30; Extent to which the goods or services meet the needs of The System, 25; Bidder's past relationship with The System, 5; The..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lone Star College System?
All active and historical solicitations from Lone Star College System are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, Lone Star College System 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.
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: W-9 Form, Certificate of Interested Parties Form 1295. Review the full document from Lone Star College System for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: The Woodlands, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.