New Kent County Audit Services RFP #26-2102FS
New Kent CountyCounty · New Kent, VA- Due
- Feb 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Richard E. Lawrence III
- (804) 966-9694
The 30-second brief
New Kent County, Virginia is seeking proposals for professional auditing services for the County, School Board, and Economic Development Authority. The contract period includes fiscal years ending June 30, 2026, through June 30, 2028, with options for two one-year extensions. Proposals must be submitted by February 20, 2026.
Engagement letter, general audit plan, prepared by client listing, recommendations for GFOA Certificate, opinion on VRS Census Data, report on Sheriff's Internal Controls, draft management letters, final opinions and management letters, submission of financial statements to APA, presentation to Board of Supervisors.
Background, education, and experience (35 points); Responsiveness and compliance with RFP (35 points); No conflict of interest (10 points); Ability, capacity, and skill (20 points).
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Summary
New Kent County, Virginia is seeking proposals for professional auditing services for the County, School Board, and Economic Development Authority.
The contract period includes fiscal years ending June 30, 2026, through June 30, 2028, with options for two one-year extensions. Proposals must be submitted by February 20, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Engagement letter
- General audit plan
- Prepared by client listing
- Recommendations for GFOA Certificate
- Opinion on VRS Census Data
- Report on Sheriff's Internal Controls
- Draft management letters
- Final opinions and management letters
- Submission of financial statements to APA
- Presentation to Board of Supervisors
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Business license
- Documentation of corporation status
- Offeror's authority to conduct business
- Typed response detailing experience
- Approach
- Independence
- Resources
- Peer review report
- Submit to
- Office of the County Administrator, 12007 Courthouse Circle, New Kent, Virginia, 23124
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- New Kent County, Virginia
- Reported agency
- New Kent County, Virginia
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from New Kent County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 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: Office of the County Administrator, 12007 Courthouse Circle, New Kent, Virginia, 23124. For questions, contact Richard E. Lawrence III.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including New Kent County in VA, 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 Richard E. Lawrence III at (804) 966-9694. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Engagement letter, general audit plan, prepared by client listing, recommendations for GFOA Certificate, opinion on VRS Census Data, report on Sheriff's Internal Controls, draft management letters, final opinions and management letters, submission of financial statements to APA, presentation to Boar. 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: "Background, education, and experience (35 points); Responsiveness and compliance with RFP (35 points); No conflict of interest (10 points); Ability, capacity, and skill (20 points)." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from New Kent County?
All active and historical solicitations from New Kent County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, New Kent 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.
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: Business license, documentation of corporation status, offeror's authority to conduct business, typed response detailing experience, approach, independence, and resources, peer review report.. Review the full document from New Kent 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: New Kent County, Virginia. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.