Queen Anne's County - Professional Auditing Services - BPM055139 (2026)
Queen Anne's CountyCounty · Centreville, MD- Due
- Feb 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Justine Franzen
- (410) 758-4064 ext 2094
The 30-second brief
Queen Anne's County Department of Budget & Finance seeks proposals from certified public accounting firms to perform independent financial audits, compliance audits, uniform financial reports, OMB Circular A-133 audits, and agreed-upon procedures for fiscal years ending June 30, 2026, 2027, and 2028, with two additional option years for FY2029 and FY2030. The scope includes financial statements audit, ACFR preparation assistance, management letter issuance, single audits, 911 Trust Fund audit, and compliance review under U.S. generally accepted auditing standards and government auditing standards. Proposals are due by February 20, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST, submitted via email to [email protected]. Evaluation criteria include firm experience and qualifications (30%), understanding of needs and approach (25%), Maryland counties or ACFR prep experience (20%), references (15%), and cost proposal (10%).
Audited financial statements (ACFR), Single Audit (Uniform Guidance), Management letter, SAS 114 communication, Uniform Financial Report (UFR), Form SF-SAC data and A-133 reporting package upload, Report on Agreed-Upon Procedures for Mid Shore Regional Landfill, 911 Audit report
Experience and qualifications of the firm – 30%, Understanding of County’s needs and approach – 25%, Experience with Maryland counties or ACFR prep – 20%, References – 15%, Cost proposal – 10%
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Summary
Queen Anne's County Department of Budget & Finance seeks proposals from certified public accounting firms to perform independent financial audits, compliance audits, uniform financial reports, OMB Circular A-133 audits, and agreed-upon procedures for fiscal years ending June 30, 2026, 2027, and 2028, with two additional option years for FY2029 and FY2030.
The scope includes financial statements audit, ACFR preparation assistance, management letter issuance, single audits, 911 Trust Fund audit, and compliance review under U.S. generally accepted auditing standards and government auditing standards. Proposals are due by February 20, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST, submitted via email to [email protected]. Evaluation criteria include firm experience and qualifications (30%), understanding of needs and approach (25%), Maryland counties or ACFR prep experience (20%), references (15%), and cost proposal (10%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Experience and qualifications of the firm – 30%
- Understanding of County’s needs and approach – 25%
- Experience with Maryland counties or ACFR prep – 20%
- References – 15%
- Cost proposal – 10%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Audited financial statements (ACFR)
- Single Audit (Uniform Guidance)
- Management letter
- SAS 114 communication
- Uniform Financial Report (UFR)
- Form SF-SAC data and A-133 reporting package upload
- Report on Agreed-Upon Procedures for Mid Shore Regional Landfill
- 911 Audit report
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Completed Proposal Form – appendix A
- Conflict of Interest Disclosure & Employment of Aliens Statement
- Proof of Maryland CPA license
- Evidence of external peer review
REQUIRED STAFFING
6- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Centreville, MD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Queen Anne's 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Justine Franzen.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Queen Anne's County in MD, 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 Justine Franzen at (410) 758-4064 ext 2094. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Partners, Managers, Supervisory staff, Seniors, Juniors, Other. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Audited financial statements (ACFR), Single Audit (Uniform Guidance), Management letter, SAS 114 communication, Uniform Financial Report (UFR), Form SF-SAC data and A-133 reporting package upload, Report on Agreed-Upon Procedures for Mid Shore Regional Landfill, 911 Audit report. 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: "Experience and qualifications of the firm – 30%, Understanding of County’s needs and approach – 25%, Experience with Maryland counties or ACFR prep – 20%, References – 15%, Cost proposal – 10%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Queen Anne's County?
All active and historical solicitations from Queen Anne's County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Queen Anne's 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: Completed Proposal Form – appendix A, Conflict of Interest Disclosure & Employment of Aliens Statement, proof of Maryland CPA license, evidence of external peer review. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Queen Anne's 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: Centreville, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.