San Diego County - Audit Services for Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) - RFP 13289 (2026)
San Diego CountyCounty · San Diego, CA- Due
- Dec 14, 2026
- 46 days left
- Posted
- Oct 22, 2026
- Contract term
- 4 years
- Primary contact
- Joseph Craft
- (858) 505-6367
The 30-second brief
The County of San Diego is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide professional financial audit services for the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Program, under Solicitation RFP 13289. The work involves conducting a minimum of ten (10) audits per year of establishments located in the unincorporated areas of San Diego County to ensure compliance with the County's TOT Ordinance and identify underreported tax revenues. Services include verification of registration, review of original records, on-site field visits, monthly status reporting, exit interviews, and formal audit reports. The initial contract term is four (4) years with two (2) one-year option periods. Proposals are due by December 14, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. A pre-proposal conference is scheduled for October 28, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., and questions are due by October 30, 2026. Required qualifications include Certified Public Accountant (CPA) licensing in California and at least five years of experience performing professional financial audits under AICPA attestation standards.
Mandatory Requirements, Organizational Capability, Experience and Qualifications, Technical Approach, Cost/Price, Acceptance of County's Terms and Conditions and Insurance
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Summary
The County of San Diego is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide professional financial audit services for the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Program, under Solicitation RFP 13289.
The work involves conducting a minimum of ten (10) audits per year of establishments located in the unincorporated areas of San Diego County to ensure compliance with the County's TOT Ordinance and identify underreported tax revenues. Services include verification of registration, review of original records, on-site field visits, monthly status reporting, exit interviews, and formal audit reports. The initial contract term is four (4) years with two (2) one-year option periods. Proposals are due by December 14, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. A pre-proposal conference is scheduled for October 28, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., and questions are due by October 30, 2026. Required qualifications include Certified Public Accountant (CPA) licensing in California and at least five years of experience performing professional financial audits under AICPA attestation standards.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Mandatory Requirements
- Organizational Capability
- Experience and Qualifications
- Technical Approach
- Cost/Price
- Acceptance of County's Terms and Conditions and Insurance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Offeror's Cover Page (PC600)
- Representations and Certifications form (PC601)
- Small-Local Business Self-Certification Form (PC610)
- Nondisclosure Indemnification Agreement (PC620)
- Payment Schedule
- Submit to
- https://sdbuynet.sandiegocounty.gov/
- Duration
- 72 months
- Scope location
- San Diego, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from San Diego County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 14, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://sdbuynet.sandiegocounty.gov/. For questions, contact Joseph Craft.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including San Diego County in CA, 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 Joseph Craft at (858) 505-6367. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Mandatory Requirements, Organizational Capability, Experience and Qualifications, Technical Approach, Cost/Price, Acceptance of County's Terms and Conditions and Insurance" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from San Diego County?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 4 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 14, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Offeror's Cover Page (PC600), Representations and Certifications form (PC601), Small-Local Business Self-Certification Form (PC610), Nondisclosure Indemnification Agreement (PC620), Payment Schedule. Review the full document from San Diego 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: San Diego, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.