5-Agreement Exceptions - RFP-RFQ-RLI.docx

This is an Agreement Exceptions document related to an External Audit Services contract opportunity for Broward County, Florida. The solicitation seeks a qualified independent Certified Public Accounting firm to perform annual financial and compliance audits for Broward County, its Constitutional Officers, and Component Units. The County has established a formal submission process requiring all vendors to submit responses electronically through BPRO (Bonfire platform) by the specified closing date and time, with vendors receiving a Submission Receipt upon successful submission. The County strongly encourages vendors to submit all requested documentation, including optional items identified in BPRO, to enable timely and comprehensive evaluation. Questions or clarification inquiries must be submitted through BPRO by the designated Questions due date, with the County providing responses in the BPRO Messages section.

The solicitation includes specific requirements regarding County and State licensing, Office of Economic and Small Business Development (OESBD) compliance, and County Business Enterprise (CBE) goal participation. Vendors are responsible for ensuring timely submission through BPRO, as the County will not accept responses submitted through alternative means. The County provides technical support through the Purchasing Division website and support@gobonfire.com to assist vendors experiencing submission difficulties. All submitted documents and information are relevant to the evaluation process, and the County has established procedures for vendor communication and clarification throughout the solicitation timeline.