School Board of Marion County - Auditing Services - RFP # 4184RC (2026)
Marion County School DistrictSchool · Ocala, FL- Due
- Jul 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 17, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
The 30-second brief
The School Board of Marion County, Florida is requesting proposals from certified public accounting firms for independent external auditing services, including financial audits, internal controls reviews, information technology reviews, and single audits in accordance with Florida Statute 11.45(1)(b) and government auditing standards. The contract term is for five years starting March 1, 2027 through February 29, 2032, with an option to renew for an additional five-year period. Proposals are due no later than 2:00 PM on July 20, 2026, and must be submitted electronically through VendorLink. Written inquiries are due by July 13, 2026 at 5:00 PM. Minimum eligibility requires a Florida CPA license, AICPA and Florida Institute of CPAs membership, and at least five years of continuous government sector CPA services.
Financial audit, Review of internal controls, Information technology review, Management letter and comments, Financial reports, Single audit, Continuing education seminars, Internal accounts audit, ACFR preparation review and publication
Demonstrable Understanding of the Scope of Services (10), Successful Experience and Qualifications of Staff Assigned to Audit (55), Project Organization, Staffing, Methodology and Plan (15), Cost of Services (10), References of the Firm (10), Interviews (10)
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Summary
The School Board of Marion County, Florida is requesting proposals from certified public accounting firms for independent external auditing services, including financial audits, internal controls reviews, information technology reviews, and single audits in accordance with Florida Statute 11.45(1)(b) and government auditing standards.
The contract term is for five years starting March 1, 2027 through February 29, 2032, with an option to renew for an additional five-year period. Proposals are due no later than 2:00 PM on July 20, 2026, and must be submitted electronically through VendorLink. Written inquiries are due by July 13, 2026 at 5:00 PM. Minimum eligibility requires a Florida CPA license, AICPA and Florida Institute of CPAs membership, and at least five years of continuous government sector CPA services.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Financial audit
- Review of internal controls
- Information technology review
- Management letter and comments
- Financial reports
- Single audit
- Continuing education seminars
- Internal accounts audit
- ACFR preparation review and publication
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Required Response Form (Pgs. 1 & 2)
- Drug-Free Workplace Certification Form (Attachment A)
- Acknowledgment of Addenda (Attachment B)
- Division of Corporations Registration Requirements (Attachment C)
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Suspension Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion (Attachment D)
- Reference Form (Attachment E)
- Proof of Insurance
- Peer Quality Review Report
REQUIRED STAFFING
5- Submit to
- www.myvendorlink.com
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Ocala, FL
- Reported agency
- School Board of Marion County
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Marion County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 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: www.myvendorlink.com.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Marion County School 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.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: partner, manager, supervisor, senior, staff. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Financial audit, Review of internal controls, Information technology review, Management letter and comments, Financial reports, Single audit, Continuing education seminars, Internal accounts audit, ACFR preparation review and publication. 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: "Demonstrable Understanding of the Scope of Services (10), Successful Experience and Qualifications of Staff Assigned to Audit (55), Project Organization, Staffing, Methodology and Plan (15), Cost of S..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Marion County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Marion County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Marion County 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: Required Response Form (Pgs. 1 & 2), Drug-Free Workplace Certification Form (Attachment A), Acknowledgment of Addenda (Attachment B), Division of Corporations Registration Requirements (Attachment C),. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Marion County 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: Ocala, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.