Manhattan Beach USD Independent Annual Audit RFP 2026
Manhattan Beach UnifiedSchool · Manhattan Beach, CA- Due
- Feb 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Kiara Torres
- 310-318-7345 ext. 5944
The 30-second brief
Manhattan Beach Unified School District is seeking proposals from qualified and independent auditors for an annual fiscal audit for the fiscal year 2025-2026 and two subsequent fiscal years. The contract term is one year with potential for four additional one-year renewals.
An opinion report on financial statements, report on internal control systems, statement of positive assurance on compliance, statement of negative assurance on untested items, summary of noncompliance instances and questioned costs, and other statements to satisfy state and local requirements.
Qualifications and availability of key persons, number of years of experience, demonstrated ability to communicate and work with staff, reasonableness of cost, financial stability, conformance with RFP terms, and outside references.
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Summary
Manhattan Beach Unified School District is seeking proposals from qualified and independent auditors for an annual fiscal audit for the fiscal year 2025-2026 and two subsequent fiscal years. The contract term is one year with potential for four additional one-year renewals.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Qualifications and availability of key persons
- Number of years of experience
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and work with staff
- Reasonableness of cost
- Financial stability
- Conformance with RFP terms
- Outside references
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- An opinion report on financial statements
- Report on internal control systems
- Statement of positive assurance on compliance
- Statement of negative assurance on untested items
- Summary of noncompliance instances and questioned costs
- Other statements to satisfy state and local requirements
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Attachment 1 (Proposal Form)
- Attachment 2 (Required General Information)
- Qualification Statements & Supporting Information
- Submit to
- 325 South Peck Avenue, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Manhattan Beach Unified School District
- Reported agency
- Manhattan Beach Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Manhattan Beach Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 6, 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: 325 South Peck Avenue, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266. For questions, contact Kiara Torres.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Manhattan Beach Unified in CA, 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 Kiara Torres at 310-318-7345 ext. 5944. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: An opinion report on financial statements, report on internal control systems, statement of positive assurance on compliance, statement of negative assurance on untested items, summary of noncompliance instances and questioned costs, and other statements to satisfy state and local requirements.. 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 availability of key persons, number of years of experience, demonstrated ability to communicate and work with staff, reasonableness of cost, financial stability, conformance with RF..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Manhattan Beach Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Manhattan Beach Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Manhattan Beach Unified 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.
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: Attachment 1 (Proposal Form), Attachment 2 (Required General Information), Qualification Statements & Supporting Information.. Review the full document from Manhattan Beach Unified for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Manhattan Beach Unified School District. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.