Martin Luther King, Jr. Charter School of Excellence - Independent Financial Audit Services RFP - BD-26-2129-MLKJR-MLKJR-130637 (2026)
Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of ExcellenceSchool · Springfield, MA- Due
- Jun 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 4, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Kendra Salvador
- (413) 214-7806
The 30-second brief
Martin Luther King, Jr. Charter School of Excellence (MLKCSE) in Springfield, MA seeks proposals from qualified independent Certified Public Accounting (CPA) firms for annual financial statement audit services, including GAAS, GAGAS, GAAP, DESE guidelines, Single Audit, and component unit Friends of Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School. Solicitation BD-26-2129-MLKJR-MLKJR-130637 requires electronic submission via email to [email protected] by June 25, 2026. The initial contract term is one year with options to renew annually for up to five additional years. Evaluation is based on relevant experience (30%), audit approach and timeline (25%), qualifications of staff (20%), cost (20%), and references (5%). Proposing CPA firms must be licensed in Massachusetts.
Draft audited financial statements, Final audited financial statements, Management letter, Single Audit reports (if applicable), Data Collection Form (if applicable), Electronic and hard copies as requested
Relevant Experience (30%), Audit Approach & Timeline (25%), Qualifications of Staff (20%), Cost (20%), References (5%)
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Summary
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Charter School of Excellence (MLKCSE) in Springfield, MA seeks proposals from qualified independent Certified Public Accounting (CPA) firms for annual financial statement audit services, including GAAS, GAGAS, GAAP, DESE guidelines, Single Audit, and component unit Friends of Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School. Solicitation BD-26-2129-MLKJR-MLKJR-130637 requires electronic submission via email to [email protected] by June 25, 2026. The initial contract term is one year with options to renew annually for up to five additional years. Evaluation is based on relevant experience (30%), audit approach and timeline (25%), qualifications of staff (20%), cost (20%), and references (5%). Proposing CPA firms must be licensed in Massachusetts.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Draft audited financial statements
- Final audited financial statements
- Management letter
- Single Audit reports (if applicable)
- Data Collection Form (if applicable)
- Electronic and hard copies as requested
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Non-Collusion Certification
- Tax Compliance Certification
- W-9 Form
- Conflict of Interest Disclosure
- References Form
- Peer review report
- Letter of comments and response
- Certificate of insurance
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 72 months
- Scope location
- Springfield, MA
- Reported agency
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Charter School of Excellence
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of Excellence?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 30, 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 Kendra Salvador.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of Excellence in MA, 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 Kendra Salvador at (413) 214-7806. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Draft audited financial statements, Final audited financial statements, Management letter, Single Audit reports (if applicable), Data Collection Form (if applicable), Electronic and hard copies as requested. 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: "Relevant Experience (30%), Audit Approach & Timeline (25%), Qualifications of Staff (20%), Cost (20%), References (5%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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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: Non-Collusion Certification, Tax Compliance Certification, W-9 Form, Conflict of Interest Disclosure, References Form, Peer review report, Letter of comments and response, Certificate of insurance. Review the full document from Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of Excellence for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Springfield, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.