Town of Stoughton - Agreed-Upon Procedures Engagement - Stoughton Public Schools RFP 2026
Town of StoughtonCity · Stoughton, MA- Due
- Dec 7, 2026
- 26 days left
- Posted
- Nov 3, 2026
- Primary contact
- Kathy Lanzarotto
- (781) 344-4000
The 30-second brief
Stoughton Public Schools is soliciting proposals from qualified independent accounting firms to perform an agreed-upon procedures engagement covering financial operations, internal controls, compliance, cash receipts, cash disbursements, payroll processing, and municipal assessment calculations for the period of July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2026. The scope includes reviewing internal controls, budget development, grant compliance, significant and unusual transactions, and redundant payments across one early childhood center, five elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school in Stoughton, Massachusetts. Proposals are due by December 7, 2026 at 12:00 PM. Written questions are due by November 20, 2026. Minimum qualifications require at least 10 years of experience providing governmental auditing, AUP, or forensic accounting services to Massachusetts municipalities and K-12 school districts.
Qualifications, certifications and experience of the firm and assigned personnel; Demonstrated experience performing similar engagements for Massachusetts municipalities and regional school districts; Technical understanding of governmental accounting, internal controls and applicable Massachusetts laws and regulations; Quality, completeness and practicality of the proposed methodology; Independence, objectivity and absence of conflicts of interest; Ability to complete the engagement within the proposed schedule; Overall value and cost-effectiveness of the proposal
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Summary
Stoughton Public Schools is soliciting proposals from qualified independent accounting firms to perform an agreed-upon procedures engagement covering financial operations, internal controls, compliance, cash receipts, cash disbursements, payroll processing, and municipal assessment calculations for the period of July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2026.
The scope includes reviewing internal controls, budget development, grant compliance, significant and unusual transactions, and redundant payments across one early childhood center, five elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school in Stoughton, Massachusetts. Proposals are due by December 7, 2026 at 12:00 PM. Written questions are due by November 20, 2026. Minimum qualifications require at least 10 years of experience providing governmental auditing, AUP, or forensic accounting services to Massachusetts municipalities and K-12 school districts.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Qualifications, certifications and experience of the firm and assigned personnel
- Demonstrated experience performing similar engagements for Massachusetts municipalities and regional school districts
- Technical understanding of governmental accounting, internal controls and applicable Massachusetts laws and regulations
- Quality, completeness and practicality of the proposed methodology
- Independence, objectivity and absence of conflicts of interest
- Ability to complete the engagement within the proposed schedule
- Overall value and cost-effectiveness of the proposal
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Price Proposal Form
- Form A – Non-Collusion
- Form B – Tax Compliance
- Form C – Certification of Corporate Authorization
- Submit to
- Stoughton Public Schools 31 Pierce Street, Stoughton, MA 02072
- Scope location
- Stoughton, MA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Stoughton?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 7, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Stoughton Public Schools 31 Pierce Street, Stoughton, MA 02072. For questions, contact Kathy Lanzarotto.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Stoughton 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 Kathy Lanzarotto at (781) 344-4000. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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, certifications and experience of the firm and assigned personnel; Demonstrated experience performing similar engagements for Massachusetts municipalities and regional school districts;..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Stoughton?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 7, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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 Form, Form A – Non-Collusion, Form B – Tax Compliance, Form C – Certification of Corporate Authorization. Review the full document from Town of Stoughton for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Stoughton, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.