Tampa Sports Authority - Financial Audit and Related Services - RFP #24-20 (2025)
Tampa Sports Authority, Tampa, FL·Special District
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- Primary Contact
- Deltecia Jones · (813) 350-6511
- Contract Term
- 3 years
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope Location
- Tampa, FL
- Submission Address
- [email protected]
SUMMARY
The Tampa Sports Authority is soliciting proposals from qualified financial audit firms to provide Financial Audit and Related Services for the Tampa Sports Authority Stadium, Hillsborough County Tournament SportsPlex, and the City of Tampa’s golf course facilities including Rocky Point, Rogers Park, and Babe Zaharias. The scope of work includes performing annual financial audits, compliance testing regarding bond covenants, federal and state grant compliance audits under the Single Audit Act and Florida Single Audit Act, preparing annual management letters, rendering opinions on financial records, and conducting field audits of inventory controls and cash handling procedures. Proposals are due by Tuesday, June 17, 2025, not later than 2:00 pm, with questions due by Monday, June 9, 2025, by 10:00 am. Evaluation criteria prioritize personnel ability and experience, client references and local availability, proposed cost, understanding of the approach, and overall responsiveness.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Ability of the personnel, experience, ability to furnish the required services (35), Responses to client references and local availability (25), Proposed Cost to the Authority (20), The Proposer’s understanding of and approach to the work to be performed (10), Overall responsiveness to the RFP (10), Minority/Disadvantaged Women-owned Business, Service-Disabled Veteran, LGBTQIA2S+ Enterprise Participation (Bonus 5)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Declaration and Proposal Guarantee, Acknowledgment of Addenda, Acknowledgment of Proposer if a Corporation, Partnership or Individual, Acknowledgment of Principal if a Corporation, Legal Status of Proposer, Qualifications/References, Sworn Statement Pursuant to Section 287.133(3)(a) F.S. on Public Entity Crimes, Sworn Statement on Disclosure of Relationships, Drug-Free Workplace Statement, E-Verify Affidavit, Coercion for Labor or Services Attestation, Foreign Country of Concern Attestation, D-MBE/DM/D-WBE/SBE/S-DV/LGBTQIA2S+ Status, Statement of No Bid, RFP Checklist
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFP from Tampa Sports Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 17, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Deltecia Jones.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Ability of the personnel, experience, ability to furnish the required services (35), Responses to client references and local availability (25), Proposed Cost to the Authority (20), The Proposer’s und..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Tampa Sports Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Tampa Sports Authority are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Tampa Sports Authority 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: Declaration and Proposal Guarantee, Acknowledgment of Addenda, Acknowledgment of Proposer if a Corporation, Partnership or Individual, Acknowledgment of Principal if a Corporation, Legal Status of Pro. Review the full document from Tampa Sports Authority for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Tampa Sports Authority 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 Deltecia Jones at (813) 350-6511. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Tampa, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
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