Town of Windsor - Request for Proposals for Professional Auditing Services - 2026
Town of WindsorCity · Windsor, CA- Due
- Mar 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Nick Walker
- (707) 838-5350
The 30-second brief
The Town of Windsor is requesting proposals from qualified certified public accountant firms to provide professional auditing services for the Town and its blended component units, including the Windsor Joint Financing Authority (JPA) and the Windsor Water District. The scope includes auditing basic financial statements, financial compliance requirements including single audit requirements under OMB Circular 2 CFR 200, internal financial controls, and issuing independent auditors' reports and management letters. The contract term is for three fiscal years ending June 30, 2026, 2027, and 2028, with an option to extend an additional two fiscal years. Proposals are due by 4:00 PM on March 2, 2026, submitted digitally via email to Nick Walker. Evaluation criteria include experience, peer review, education and personnel qualifications, references, personnel policies, and price.
Audit report on Town financial statements, Management Letter, Single Audit of federal expenditures, Report on internal control over financial reporting and compliance
Experience (California cities governmental auditing), Peer Review, Education (personnel qualifications), References, Personnel Policies, Price
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Summary
The Town of Windsor is requesting proposals from qualified certified public accountant firms to provide professional auditing services for the Town and its blended component units, including the Windsor Joint Financing Authority (JPA) and the Windsor Water District.
The scope includes auditing basic financial statements, financial compliance requirements including single audit requirements under OMB Circular 2 CFR 200, internal financial controls, and issuing independent auditors' reports and management letters. The contract term is for three fiscal years ending June 30, 2026, 2027, and 2028, with an option to extend an additional two fiscal years. Proposals are due by 4:00 PM on March 2, 2026, submitted digitally via email to Nick Walker. Evaluation criteria include experience, peer review, education and personnel qualifications, references, personnel policies, and price.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Experience (California cities governmental auditing)
- Peer Review
- Education (personnel qualifications)
- References
- Personnel Policies
- Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Audit report on Town financial statements
- Management Letter
- Single Audit of federal expenditures
- Report on internal control over financial reporting and compliance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Title page
- Letter of transmittal
- Audit approach and methodology
- External quality review report
- Description of firm size and governmental experience
- Resumes and staff credentials
- Time requirements
- City audit listing
- Three references
- Cost estimate worksheet
REQUIRED STAFFING
6- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Windsor, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Windsor?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 2, 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 Nick Walker.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Windsor in CA, 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 Nick Walker at (707) 838-5350. 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: Partners, Managers, Supervisory Staff, Professional Staff, Clerical/Support Staff, Other. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Audit report on Town financial statements, Management Letter, Single Audit of federal expenditures, Report on internal control over financial reporting and compliance. 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: "Experience (California cities governmental auditing), Peer Review, Education (personnel qualifications), References, Personnel Policies, Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Windsor?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Windsor are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Windsor 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: Title page, letter of transmittal, audit approach and methodology, external quality review report, description of firm size and governmental experience, resumes and staff credentials, time requirement. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Town of Windsor for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Windsor, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.