Town of Holliston - Financial Audit Services - BD-26-1627-BOS17-BOS17-123279 (2025)
Town of HollistonCity · Holliston, MA- Due
- Dec 17, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 1, 2025
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Chris Heymanns
- (508) 429-0608
The 30-second brief
The Town of Holliston seeks qualified independent certified public accounting firms to conduct independent financial audit services, including an audit of federal awards, preparation of a management letter, and agreed-upon procedures for fiscal management. The contract term is for a three (3) year period covering fiscal years FY25, FY26, and FY27. Proposals are due by December 17, 2025, at 3:00 PM EST. The procurement is subject to M.G.L. c.30B §6 and requires adherence to Government Auditing Standards and OMB Circular A-133.
Six (6) printed and bound copies of the Financial Audit Report; One (1) unbound copy of the Financial Audit Report; One (1) electronic pdf file containing the Financial Audit Report; Six (6) printed and bound copies of the federal single audit report and (1) pdf copy; Six (6) printed and bound copies of the annual management letter and (1) pdf copy
Auditor Level Experience, Audit Manager/Partner Level Experience, Firms Municipal Audit Experience, Price, Non-price proposals
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Summary
The Town of Holliston seeks qualified independent certified public accounting firms to conduct independent financial audit services, including an audit of federal awards, preparation of a management letter, and agreed-upon procedures for fiscal management.
The contract term is for a three (3) year period covering fiscal years FY25, FY26, and FY27. Proposals are due by December 17, 2025, at 3:00 PM EST. The procurement is subject to M.G.L. c.30B §6 and requires adherence to Government Auditing Standards and OMB Circular A-133.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Auditor Level Experience
- Audit Manager/Partner Level Experience
- Firms Municipal Audit Experience
- Price
- Non-price proposals
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Six (6) printed and bound copies of the Financial Audit Report
- One (1) unbound copy of the Financial Audit Report
- One (1) electronic pdf file containing the Financial Audit Report
- Six (6) printed and bound copies of the federal single audit report and (1) pdf copy
- Six (6) printed and bound copies of the annual management letter and (1) pdf copy
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Price Proposal for Financial Audit Services
- Certificate of Non-Collusion
- Certificate of State Tax Compliance
- Submit to
- Select Board’s Office, Room 103, 703 Washington Street, Holliston, MA 01746
- Scope location
- Holliston, MA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Holliston?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 17, 2025. 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: Select Board’s Office, Room 103, 703 Washington Street, Holliston, MA 01746. For questions, contact Chris Heymanns.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Holliston in MA, 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 Chris Heymanns at (508) 429-0608. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Six (6) printed and bound copies of the Financial Audit Report; One (1) unbound copy of the Financial Audit Report; One (1) electronic pdf file containing the Financial Audit Report; Six (6) printed and bound copies of the federal single audit report and (1) pdf copy; Six (6) printed and bound copie. 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: "Auditor Level Experience, Audit Manager/Partner Level Experience, Firms Municipal Audit Experience, Price, Non-price proposals" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Holliston?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Holliston are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Holliston 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: Price Proposal for Financial Audit Services, Certificate of Non-Collusion, Certificate of State Tax Compliance. Review the full document from Town of Holliston for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Holliston, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.