The vendor is required to provide audit services for fiscal years ending August 31, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029, and 2030, to be approved in one-year increments.
- The financial statement audit is to determine whether (1) the financial statements present fairly the financial position, results of operations, and cash flows or changes in financial positions in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and (2) whether department has complied with laws and regulations for those transactions and events that may have a material effect on the financial statements.
- The financial related audit will also include determining whether (1) financial reports and related items are fairly presented, (2) financial information is presented in accordance with established or stated criteria, and (3) department has adhered to specific financial compliance requirements.
- The audit of the general-purpose financial statements, the annual audit will also include obtaining an understanding of department internal controls and reporting any reportable conditions relating to the internal control systems coming to the attention of the auditors.
- Any material weakness noted during the study and evaluation of internal accounting and administrative controls and other kinds of noncompliance and questioned costs will be reported in compliance with the single audit act.
- Independent auditor
• The interested accounting firm must demonstrate the capability to perform the annual examination in accordance with “generally accepted governmental auditing standards”.
• Certified public accounting firms that have performed annual audits for similar entities are encouraged to respond.
• The interested firm must demonstrate the capability to perform the independent audit in accordance with at least the minimum requirements and in the format prescribed by the board.
- Contract Period/Term: 1 year
- Pre-Qualification Meeting Date: February 5, 2026
- Questions/Inquires Deadline: February 17, 2026
