Town of Forest Heights - Grant Program Audit Services - RFP-FY27-0002 (2026)
Town of Forest HeightsCity · Forest Heights, MD- Due
- Oct 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 8, 2026
- Primary contact
- Clate D. Jackson
- (301) 839-1030
The 30-second brief
The Town of Forest Heights seeks independent certified public accounting firms, governmental auditing firms, or professional organizations to conduct a comprehensive grant program audit and internal controls review. The audit shall examine grant activity occurring from January 10, 2023, through April 10, 2023, and May 17, 2024, through January 15, 2025. Services include creating a grant inventory, reconciling award amounts against disbursements, reviewing grant administration and compliance with federal, state, and local requirements, and identifying potential conflicts of interest. Proposals are due by October 22, 2026, at 5:00 PM, to be submitted electronically in PDF format to the Town of Forest Heights, Maryland.
Draft audit report, Final audit report, Comprehensive grant schedule and supporting schedules in an electronic format, Transaction-level reconciliation, Audit findings and recommendations
Firm's experience and qualifications, demonstrated understanding of the Town's requested scope, proposed audit methodology, qualifications of assigned personnel, experience with governmental or grant-related audits, quality and usefulness of proposed deliverables, project schedule, references, proposed cost
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Summary
The Town of Forest Heights seeks independent certified public accounting firms, governmental auditing firms, or professional organizations to conduct a comprehensive grant program audit and internal controls review.
The audit shall examine grant activity occurring from January 10, 2023, through April 10, 2023, and May 17, 2024, through January 15, 2025. Services include creating a grant inventory, reconciling award amounts against disbursements, reviewing grant administration and compliance with federal, state, and local requirements, and identifying potential conflicts of interest. Proposals are due by October 22, 2026, at 5:00 PM, to be submitted electronically in PDF format to the Town of Forest Heights, Maryland.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Firm's experience and qualifications
- Demonstrated understanding of the Town's requested scope
- Proposed audit methodology
- Qualifications of assigned personnel
- Experience with governmental or grant-related audits
- Quality and usefulness of proposed deliverables
- Project schedule
- References
- Proposed cost
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Draft audit report
- Final audit report
- Comprehensive grant schedule and supporting schedules in an electronic format
- Transaction-level reconciliation
- Audit findings and recommendations
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Cover letter
- Firm qualifications and relevant experience
- Proposed audit methodology
- Description of proposed scope and approach
- Identification of key personnel
- Project schedule
- Deliverables
- References
- Proposed professional fees
- Reimbursable expenses
- Assumptions or limitations
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Forest Heights, Maryland
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Forest Heights?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 22, 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 Clate D. Jackson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Forest Heights 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 Clate D. Jackson at (301) 839-1030. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Draft audit report, Final audit report, Comprehensive grant schedule and supporting schedules in an electronic format, Transaction-level reconciliation, Audit findings and recommendations. 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: "Firm's experience and qualifications, demonstrated understanding of the Town's requested scope, proposed audit methodology, qualifications of assigned personnel, experience with governmental or grant-..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Forest Heights?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Forest Heights are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Forest Heights regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: cover letter, firm qualifications and relevant experience, proposed audit methodology, description of proposed scope and approach, identification of key personnel, project schedule, deliverables, refe. Review the full document from Town of Forest Heights for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Forest Heights, Maryland. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.