Olean City School District Independent External Audit Services RFP 2026
Olean City School DistrictSchool · Olean, NY- Due
- Apr 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 26, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Jenny Bilotta
- (716) 375-8274
The 30-second brief
Olean City School District is seeking proposals from qualified firms of certified public accountants to provide external audit services for its financial statements for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2026, through June 30, 2030.
Audit opinion with accompanying financial statements and notes for all funds and account groups, Extra-classroom Activity Funds, And Single Audit programs; a management letter; annual presentation to the Board of Education.
CPA qualifications, Personnel assigned and their expertise, Years of experience in school auditing, Audit approach, Costs and fee structure, Satisfactory references.
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Summary
Olean City School District is seeking proposals from qualified firms of certified public accountants to provide external audit services for its financial statements for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2026, through June 30, 2030.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- CPA qualifications
- Personnel assigned and their expertise
- Years of experience in school auditing
- Audit approach
- Costs and fee structure
- Satisfactory references
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Audit opinion with accompanying financial statements and notes for all funds and account groups, Extra-classroom Activity Funds, And Single Audit programs
- A management letter
- Annual presentation to the Board of Education
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Statement of Fees
- Scope location
- Olean, NY
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Olean City School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 1, 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. For questions, contact Jenny Bilotta.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Olean City School District in NY, 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 Jenny Bilotta at (716) 375-8274. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Audit opinion with accompanying financial statements and notes for all funds and account groups, Extra-classroom Activity Funds, And Single Audit programs; a management letter; annual presentation to the Board of Education.. 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: "CPA qualifications, Personnel assigned and their expertise, Years of experience in school auditing, Audit approach, Costs and fee structure, Satisfactory references." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Olean City School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Olean City School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Olean City School 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 5 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: Statement of Fees. Review the full document from Olean City School 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: Olean, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.