Uintah Special Service District 1 - Forensic Audit of Financial Transactions - 2026
Uintah Special Service District 1Special District · Vernal, UT- Due
- Feb 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Cheryl Meier
The 30-second brief
Uintah Special Service District 1 (USSD1) invites proposals from qualified, independent forensic auditors or Certified Public Accounting firms for a comprehensive forensic review and financial analysis. The scope covers the statutory consolidation and subsequent reorganization of the Uintah Transportation Special Service District, Uintah Impact Mitigation Special Service District, and Uintah Recreation Special Service District. The selected auditor will analyze financial statements, budgets, fund balances, general ledger transactions, contracts, invoices, impact fees, grants, and mineral lease revenues, evaluating historical funding allocations, debts, obligations, and compliance with Utah Code Title 17D and Title 17B. Proposals are due by February 2nd, 2026, at 5:00 PM MST, following a question deadline of January 15th, 2026. Evaluation will be based on best value considering relevant forensic auditing experience, staff qualifications, methodology, timeline, and cost.
Relevant forensic auditing experience in governmental settings, Qualifications and certifications of key staff, Strength, clarity, and innovation in methodology, Ability to meet project timelines, Cost/value, References and past performance, Independence and absence of conflicts of interest
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Summary
Uintah Special Service District 1 (USSD1) invites proposals from qualified, independent forensic auditors or Certified Public Accounting firms for a comprehensive forensic review and financial analysis.
The scope covers the statutory consolidation and subsequent reorganization of the Uintah Transportation Special Service District, Uintah Impact Mitigation Special Service District, and Uintah Recreation Special Service District. The selected auditor will analyze financial statements, budgets, fund balances, general ledger transactions, contracts, invoices, impact fees, grants, and mineral lease revenues, evaluating historical funding allocations, debts, obligations, and compliance with Utah Code Title 17D and Title 17B. Proposals are due by February 2nd, 2026, at 5:00 PM MST, following a question deadline of January 15th, 2026. Evaluation will be based on best value considering relevant forensic auditing experience, staff qualifications, methodology, timeline, and cost.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Relevant forensic auditing experience in governmental settings
- Qualifications and certifications of key staff
- Strength
- Clarity
- Innovation in methodology
- Ability to meet project timelines
- Cost/value
- References and past performance
- Independence and absence of conflicts of interest
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Letter of interest
- Firm background and forensic auditing experience
- Qualifications of key personnel
- Description of planned approach
- Methodology
- Creative elements
- Timeline/work plan
- Examples of similar government forensic audit engagements
- Itemized fee proposal
- Three professional references
- Statement confirming independence and absence of conflicts of interest
- Submit to
- [email protected] or 610 South Vernal Ave., Vernal, Utah 84078
- Scope location
- Vernal, Utah
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Uintah Special Service District 1?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 2, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected] or 610 South Vernal Ave., Vernal, Utah 84078. For questions, contact Cheryl Meier.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Uintah Special Service District 1 in UT, 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 Cheryl Meier. 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: "Relevant forensic auditing experience in governmental settings, Qualifications and certifications of key staff, Strength, clarity, and innovation in methodology, Ability to meet project timelines, Cos..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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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: Letter of interest, Firm background and forensic auditing experience, Qualifications of key personnel, Description of planned approach, methodology, and creative elements, Timeline/work plan, Examples. Review the full document from Uintah Special Service District 1 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Vernal, Utah. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.