Village of Saranac Lake Independent Financial Audit Services RFQ 2026
Village of Saranac LakeCity · Saranac Lake, NY- Due
- May 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Bachana Tsiklauri
- (518) 891-4150
The 30-second brief
The Village of Saranac Lake is seeking statements of qualifications from independent certified public accountants or auditing firms to provide third-party financial audit services. The scope includes a comprehensive audit of finances, assessment of financial condition, evaluation of internal controls, and recommendations for improvements.
Comprehensive written audit report, Presentation of findings to Village Board, Report suitable for public posting
Relevant municipal audit experience, Qualifications of personnel, Understanding of scope and methodology, Demonstrated ability to meet timeline, References and past performance
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Summary
The Village of Saranac Lake is seeking statements of qualifications from independent certified public accountants or auditing firms to provide third-party financial audit services.
The scope includes a comprehensive audit of finances, assessment of financial condition, evaluation of internal controls, and recommendations for improvements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Relevant municipal audit experience
- Qualifications of personnel
- Understanding of scope and methodology
- Demonstrated ability to meet timeline
- References and past performance
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Comprehensive written audit report
- Presentation of findings to Village Board
- Report suitable for public posting
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Firm profile and background
- Description of relevant municipal audit experience
- Qualifications of key personnel
- Description of audit methodology and approach
- Experience with similar engagements
- References (minimum of 3 municipal clients)
- Disclosure of any conflicts of interest
- Proof of professional liability insurance
- Submit to
- [email protected] and [email protected]
- Scope location
- Saranac Lake, NY
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Village of Saranac Lake?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 8, 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] and [email protected]. For questions, contact Bachana Tsiklauri.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Village of Saranac Lake in NY, 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 RFQ 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 Bachana Tsiklauri at (518) 891-4150. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Comprehensive written audit report, Presentation of findings to Village Board, Report suitable for public posting. 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: "Relevant municipal audit experience, Qualifications of personnel, Understanding of scope and methodology, Demonstrated ability to meet timeline, References and past performance" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Village of Saranac Lake?
All active and historical solicitations from Village of Saranac Lake are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Village of Saranac Lake regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: Firm profile and background, Description of relevant municipal audit experience, Qualifications of key personnel, Description of audit methodology and approach, Experience with similar engagements, Re. Review the full document from Village of Saranac Lake for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Saranac Lake, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.