Town of Orange Park - Financial Auditing Services - Request for Proposal 2026
Town of Orange ParkCity · Orange Park, FL- Due
- Oct 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 23, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Courtney Russo
- (904) 278-3011
The 30-second brief
The Town of Orange Park, Florida is requesting proposals from qualified Certified Public Accountant firms to provide financial auditing services for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and the next two subsequent fiscal years. The selected firm will be retained for a three-year term covering fiscal years 2025-26 through 2028-29. Audits shall be performed in compliance with Florida Statutes Section 218.39, Rules of the Auditor General Chapter 10.550, GAAP, GAAS, Government Auditing Standards, and the Single Audit Act. Proposals must include seven copies and be submitted to the Town Clerk by October 12, 2026, at 2:00 P.M.
Financial statements audit, Basic financial statements opinion, Combining and individual non-major fund statements opinion, Adjusting journal entries conversion worksheet, Management discussion and analysis review and suggestions, Financial statements, Footnotes, Schedules, And required reports preparation and printing, Twelve copies of the final report and one copy on a flash drive, Annual Financial Report preparation for the Department of Financial Services, External quality control review report
Qualifications, basis of fees, price
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Summary
The Town of Orange Park, Florida is requesting proposals from qualified Certified Public Accountant firms to provide financial auditing services for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and the next two subsequent fiscal years.
The selected firm will be retained for a three-year term covering fiscal years 2025-26 through 2028-29. Audits shall be performed in compliance with Florida Statutes Section 218.39, Rules of the Auditor General Chapter 10.550, GAAP, GAAS, Government Auditing Standards, and the Single Audit Act. Proposals must include seven copies and be submitted to the Town Clerk by October 12, 2026, at 2:00 P.M.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Qualifications
- Basis of fees
- Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Financial statements audit, Basic financial statements opinion, Combining and individual non-major fund statements opinion, Adjusting journal entries conversion worksheet, Management discussion and analysis review and suggestions, Financial statements, Footnotes, Schedules, And required reports preparation and printing, Twelve copies of the final report and one copy on a flash drive, Annual Financial Report preparation for the Department of Financial Services, External quality control review report
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Seven copies of the proposal, description and history of the audit firm, size of firm and governmental staff, list of at least three governmental audits with utilities performed in the last two years with contact references and phone numbers, resumes of partner, manager and senior staff, evidence of continuing professional education, external quality control review reports, technical approach, cost of service including not-to-exceed fee for each year and hourly rates
REQUIRED STAFFING
3- Submit to
- Courtney Russo, Town Clerk, 2042 Park Avenue, Orange Park, Florida 32073
- Scope location
- Orange Park, FL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Orange Park?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 12, 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: Courtney Russo, Town Clerk, 2042 Park Avenue, Orange Park, Florida 32073. For questions, contact Courtney Russo.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Orange Park 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 Courtney Russo at (904) 278-3011. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: partner, manager, 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 statements audit, Basic financial statements opinion, Combining and individual non-major fund statements opinion, Adjusting journal entries conversion worksheet, Management discussion and analysis review and suggestions, Financial statements, Footnotes, Schedules, And required reports prep. 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: "Qualifications, basis of fees, price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Orange Park?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Orange Park are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Orange Park 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: Seven copies of the proposal, description and history of the audit firm, size of firm and governmental staff, list of at least three governmental audits with utilities performed in the last two years. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Town of Orange Park for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Orange Park, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.