Westmoreland County, Virginia - Auditing Services - RFP 2026
Westmoreland CountyCounty · Westmoreland County, VA- Due
- Nov 12, 2026
- 14 days left
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Donna Cogswell
- (804) 493-0130
The 30-second brief
Westmoreland County is soliciting sealed proposals from qualified, independent certified public accounting firms with Virginia local government audit experience to perform external financial and compliance audits. The scope encompasses annual financial audits resulting in a Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), Comparative Cost Report, audit of School Activity Funds, Statement of Landfill Assurances, and Cost Allocation Plan. The contract includes the County, Westmoreland County Schools, Social Services, Constitutional Officer Accounts, and the Enterprise Fund. Proposals are due by November 12, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Questions are accepted in writing through November 2, 2026. Evaluation criteria include qualifications of the firm and key personnel, relevant experience in conducting similar audits of Virginia counties, management approach/methodology, and references.
Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), Comparative Cost Report for the Auditor of Public Accounts, Audit of School Activity Funds, Statement of Landfill Assurances, Cost Allocation Plan, Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA)
Qualifications of the firm and key personnel, Relevant experience in conducting similar audits of Virginia counties, Management approach/methodology, References, Any other relevant information offered or discovered during the evaluation process
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Summary
Westmoreland County is soliciting sealed proposals from qualified, independent certified public accounting firms with Virginia local government audit experience to perform external financial and compliance audits.
The scope encompasses annual financial audits resulting in a Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), Comparative Cost Report, audit of School Activity Funds, Statement of Landfill Assurances, and Cost Allocation Plan. The contract includes the County, Westmoreland County Schools, Social Services, Constitutional Officer Accounts, and the Enterprise Fund. Proposals are due by November 12, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Questions are accepted in writing through November 2, 2026. Evaluation criteria include qualifications of the firm and key personnel, relevant experience in conducting similar audits of Virginia counties, management approach/methodology, and references.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Qualifications of the firm and key personnel, Relevant experience in conducting similar audits of Virginia counties, Management approach/methodology, References, Any other relevant information offered or discovered during the evaluation process
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR)
- Comparative Cost Report for the Auditor of Public Accounts
- Audit of School Activity Funds
- Statement of Landfill Assurances
- Cost Allocation Plan
- Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Completed cover sheet form
- Attachment A Contractor Data Sheet
- Memory stick with one pdf/word edition
- Bound original document
- Submit to
- Westmoreland County Administrator's Office, 111 Polk Street, P.O. Box 1000, Montross, VA 22520
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Montross, VA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Westmoreland County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 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: Westmoreland County Administrator's Office, 111 Polk Street, P.O. Box 1000, Montross, VA 22520. For questions, contact Donna Cogswell.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Westmoreland County in VA, 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 Donna Cogswell at (804) 493-0130. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), Comparative Cost Report for the Auditor of Public Accounts, Audit of School Activity Funds, Statement of Landfill Assurances, Cost Allocation Plan, Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA). 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 of the firm and key personnel, Relevant experience in conducting similar audits of Virginia counties, Management approach/methodology, References, Any other relevant information offered..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Westmoreland County?
All active and historical solicitations from Westmoreland County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Westmoreland County 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 12, 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: completed cover sheet form, Attachment A Contractor Data Sheet, memory stick with one pdf/word edition, bound original document. Review the full document from Westmoreland County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Montross, VA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.