Northwest Florida Water Management District Independent Financial Audit Services RFP 26-003, 2026
Northwest Florida Water Management DistrictUtility District · Havana, FL- Due
- Sep 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 26, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Amanda Bedenbaugh
- (850) 539-5999
The 30-second brief
The Northwest Florida Water Management District is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP No. 26-003) from qualified certified public accounting firms to perform independent financial audit services. The scope of work includes expressing an opinion on the fair presentation of the District's basic financial statements in conformity with GAAP, conducting single audits of Federal awards and State awards, performing limited procedures on GASB-required supplementary information, issuing required compliance and internal control reports, and preparing financial schedules. The initial contract term is for three years starting with the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, with options to renew for three subsequent one-year terms. Proposals must be submitted electronically through DemandStar no later than 2:00 P.M. ET on September 23, 2026. Written questions are due by September 9, 2026, and will be answered by September 11, 2026. Evaluation criteria include Organization Profile and Experience (25%), Personnel Qualifications and Experience (25%), References and Prior Governmental Audit Experience (20%), Technical and Management Approach (20%), and Cost Proposal (10%).
Independent Auditor's Report on the Financial Statements; Notes to the Financial Statements; Required Supplementary Information; Other Supplemental Information; Single Audit reports for Federal awards and State financial assistance including Schedules of Expenditures, Notes, And Reports on Internal Control and Compliance; Management letter under Section 218.39(4), Florida Statutes; Independent Accountant's Report on compliance; Report on supplementary information including Deepwater Horizon oil spill funds; Annual Financial Report submission to Federal Single Audit Clearinghouse; Annual Financial data submission to the Florida Department of Financial Services
Organization Profile and Experience (25), Personnel Qualifications and Experience (25), References, Prior Governmental Audit Experience and Performance (20), Technical and Management Approach (20), Cost Proposal (10)
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Summary
The Northwest Florida Water Management District is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP No. 26-003) from qualified certified public accounting firms to perform independent financial audit services.
The scope of work includes expressing an opinion on the fair presentation of the District's basic financial statements in conformity with GAAP, conducting single audits of Federal awards and State awards, performing limited procedures on GASB-required supplementary information, issuing required compliance and internal control reports, and preparing financial schedules. The initial contract term is for three years starting with the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, with options to renew for three subsequent one-year terms. Proposals must be submitted electronically through DemandStar no later than 2:00 P.M. ET on September 23, 2026. Written questions are due by September 9, 2026, and will be answered by September 11, 2026. Evaluation criteria include Organization Profile and Experience (25%), Personnel Qualifications and Experience (25%), References and Prior Governmental Audit Experience (20%), Technical and Management Approach (20%), and Cost Proposal (10%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Independent Auditor's Report on the Financial Statements
- Notes to the Financial Statements
- Required Supplementary Information
- Other Supplemental Information
- Single Audit reports for Federal awards and State financial assistance including Schedules of Expenditures, Notes, And Reports on Internal Control and Compliance
- Management letter under Section 218.39(4), Florida Statutes
- Independent Accountant's Report on compliance
- Report on supplementary information including Deepwater Horizon oil spill funds
- Annual Financial Report submission to Federal Single Audit Clearinghouse
- Annual Financial data submission to the Florida Department of Financial Services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Title Page
- Transmittal Letter
- Organizational Profile and Qualifications
- Personnel Qualifications and Experience
- References and Prior Governmental Audit Experience
- Performance Survey Questionnaire
- Technical and Management Approach
- Cost Proposal including Staffing Schedule and Hourly Rates
- Submittal Form
- Submit to
- https://www.demandstar.com/app/login
- Duration
- 72 months
- Scope location
- Havana, Florida
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Northwest Florida Water Management District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 23, 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: https://www.demandstar.com/app/login. For questions, contact Amanda Bedenbaugh.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Northwest Florida Water Management District 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 Amanda Bedenbaugh at (850) 539-5999. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Independent Auditor's Report on the Financial Statements; Notes to the Financial Statements; Required Supplementary Information; Other Supplemental Information; Single Audit reports for Federal awards and State financial assistance including Schedules of Expenditures, Notes, And Reports on Internal. 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: "Organization Profile and Experience (25), Personnel Qualifications and Experience (25), References, Prior Governmental Audit Experience and Performance (20), Technical and Management Approach (20), Co..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Northwest Florida Water Management District?
All active and historical solicitations from Northwest Florida Water Management District are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Northwest Florida Water Management District 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: Title Page, Transmittal Letter, Organizational Profile and Qualifications, Personnel Qualifications and Experience, References and Prior Governmental Audit Experience, Performance Survey Questionnaire. Review the full document from Northwest Florida Water Management District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Havana, Florida. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
