Culpeper County RFP 2026-FA01 Forensic Audit Services.pdf

Request for Proposals

RFP #2026-FA01

Forensic Financial Review and Auditing Services Culpeper County, Virginia

Issued by:

Office of the County Attorney

306 North Main Street, Second Floor Culpeper, Virginia 22701

Amy F. Wilson, County Attorney Phone: (540) 727-3407

Issue Date: March 18, 2026

Questions Deadline: March 27, 2026, 5:00 p.m. EDT Proposal Due Date: April 2, 2026, 2:00 p.m. EDT

RFP #2026-FA01 — Forensic Financial Review and Auditing Services

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NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

The Culpeper County Board of Supervisors is requesting proposals from qualified firms to provide professional forensic accounting, forensic financial review, and auditing services for Culpeper County, Virginia. This solicitation is issued pursuant to the Virginia Public Procurement Act, Virginia Code §§ 2.2-4300 et seq., through the competitive negotiation process established in Virginia Code § 2.2-4302.2, and in accordance with the Culpeper County Purchasing Resolution.

All documents enclosed are considered an integral part of this Request for Proposals. Offerors should read carefully all information contained herein. Any requirement set forth in any attachment shall be adhered to fully.

Proposals will be received until 2:00 p.m. EDT on April 2, 2026. Proposals may be submitted electronically through eVA (https://eva.virginia.gov) or in a sealed envelope clearly marked “RFP #2026-FA01 — Forensic Accounting, Forensic Financial Review, and Auditing Services.” If not submitted via eVA, one (1) original hard copy, three (3) copies, and one (1) electronic version on USB drive must be delivered to the Office of the County Attorney, 306 North Main Street, Second Floor, Culpeper, Virginia 22701. Late proposals will not be accepted.

Should an event cause Culpeper County offices to close on the date proposals are due, proposals will be accepted until 2:00 p.m. on the next operating day.

Nothing herein is intended to exclude any responsible offeror or in any way restrain or restrict competition. All responsible offerors are encouraged to submit proposals.

This Request for Proposals is published on eVA (https://eva.virginia.gov) and the Culpeper County website (https://www.culpepercounty.gov). No other websites are authorized for this solicitation. All evaluation criteria are stated in this Request for Proposals. Questions regarding this solicitation shall be submitted in writing to the Office of the County Attorney at (540) 727- 3407 no later than 5:00 p.m. on March 27, 2026. Responses to questions will be issued as addenda and posted to eVA and the County website. For additional information on selling and doing business with Culpeper County please click here.

The awarding authority is the Culpeper County Board of Supervisors. The County reserves the right to reject any or all proposals submitted, to waive informalities, or to take advantage of any available cooperative contracts. Award is subject to availability of appropriated funds.

Issued by:

Amy F. Wilson County Attorney Culpeper County Office of the County Attorney https://web.culpepercounty.gov/purchasing/page/purchasing-documents

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section 1 — Notice of Request for Proposals and Key Dates Section 2 — Background and Purpose Section 3 — County Profile Section 4 — Scope of Services Section 5 — Minimum Qualifications and Experience Requirements Section 6 — Deliverables and Reporting Requirements Section 7 — Proposal Submission Requirements and Format Section 8 — Evaluation Criteria and Scoring Section 9 — Contract Terms and Conditions Section 10 — General Conditions and Reservations Section 11 — Attachments and Required Forms

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Section 1 — Notice of Request for Proposals and Key Dates

Milestone Date / Time Issue Date March 18, 2026

Questions Deadline March 27, 2026, 5:00 p.m. EDT

Addenda Issued (if any) On or before March 31, 2026

Proposal Due Date April 2, 2026, 2:00 p.m. EDT

Anticipated Evaluation Period April 22 – May 2, 2026

Oral Presentations (if required) Week of May 4, 2026 (tentative)

Anticipated Board Award May 6, 2026 (subject to negotiations)

Contract Term One-time engagement; services to commence immediately upon execution and be substantially completed within 120 calendar days

All proposals must be clearly marked and delivered as stated in the Notice above. Electronic submissions via eVA are encouraged and must be uploaded to the latest version of the solicitation. All dates are subject to change by addendum.

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Section 2 — Background and Purpose

2.1 County Overview

Culpeper County is a growing rural and suburban county located in the Piedmont region of the Commonwealth of Virginia, approximately seventy miles southwest of Washington, D.C. The County is governed by a seven-member Board of Supervisors and serves a population of approximately 55,000 residents. The County’s total annual budget is approximately $300 million, encompassing general government, public safety, social services, recreation, community development, airport operations, water and wastewater utilities, and solid waste services.

2.2 Purpose of This Solicitation

The Culpeper County Board of Supervisors is requesting proposals from qualified forensic accounting firms to conduct an immediate, one-time, comprehensive forensic audit of all County accounts, financial records, financial operations, and procurement practices for the past five (5) fiscal years (FY 2022 through FY 2026 year-to-date).

This forensic audit is being initiated due to Board concerns regarding potential instances or indicators of waste, fraud, and abuse; unusually high purchasing card utilization; failure to follow established procurement policies and practices; the absence of adequate internal controls; and misalignment between County financial operations and governmental best practices. The Board seeks to ensure transparency, strengthen accountability, and verify the accuracy and integrity of the County’s financial operations and procurement practices.

The County invites experienced forensic accounting and auditing firms to submit proposals that demonstrate their expertise, forensic methodology, and approach to conducting a complete county-wide forensic audit. Offerors should be prepared to provide findings in a format suitable for potential litigation support and expert testimony, should such needs arise.

2.3 Procurement Authority

This solicitation is issued pursuant to the Virginia Public Procurement Act, Virginia Code §§ 2.2- 4300 et seq., through the competitive negotiation process established in Virginia Code § 2.2- 4302.2(A)(4) for professional services. The Culpeper County Board of Supervisors is the awarding authority. This procurement is also governed by the Culpeper County Purchasing Resolution.

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Section 3 — County Profile The following profile data is provided to assist offerors in scoping their proposals:

Item Detail Population Approximately 55,000 (2024 estimate)

FTE Employees Approximately 400–500

General Fund / Operating Budget Approximately $50–$120 million

Total Budget (incl. Capital) Approximately $300 million

Fiscal Year July 1 – June 30

Audit Period in Scope FY 2022 through FY 2026 year-to-date

Governing Body Seven-member Board of Supervisors

Constitutional Officers Treasurer, Commissioner of Revenue, Sheriff, Clerk of Circuit Court, Commonwealth’s Attorney

Component Units Town of Culpeper (discretely presented)

Financial Reporting Standards GASB; Virginia APA Specifications for Audits of Counties, Cities, and Towns

Service Areas General government, public safety, social services, recreation, community development, airport, water/wastewater utilities, solid waste

ERP / Financial System BAI Municipal Software and OpenGov

Annual External Audit Firm Robinson, Farmer, Cox Associates (RFC)

The County’s most recent Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports (ACFRs), Single Audit reports, and related financial documentation are available through the Finance Department and will be provided to the selected firm upon engagement.

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Section 4 — Scope of Services The selected firm will conduct an immediate, one-time, comprehensive forensic audit of all County accounts, financial records, financial operations, and procurement practices for the past five (5) fiscal years (FY 2022 through FY 2026 year-to-date). The primary objectives of the forensic audit are to:

1. Verify and establish fund balances across all fund types (restricted, committed, assigned, and unassigned).

2. Identify any financial irregularities, discrepancies, fraud, waste, or abuse across all County accounts and financial operations.

3. Evaluate compliance with applicable Commonwealth of Virginia and federal laws, regulations, County policies, and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) as promulgated by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).

4. Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of the County’s internal controls framework, including information technology and general IT controls.

5. Provide written, prioritized recommendations for improving financial processes, controls, and procurement practices.

4.1 Financial Operations Review

General ledger integrity assessment; chart of accounts structure evaluation; journal entry review with emphasis on manual, adjusting, and reversing entries; bank reconciliation procedures and controls; cash management and investment compliance with Virginia Code requirements; and interfund transfer documentation and controls.

4.2 Revenue Cycle

Tax revenue receipts and reconciliation; fee collection controls; utility billing integrity; grants receivable; interfund and intergovernmental revenue; and revenue recognition practices.

4.3 Expenditure Cycle

Accounts payable controls and disbursement procedures; purchasing card (P-Card) transaction review including policies, all cards issued, statements, receipts, general ledger postings, and identification and quantification of improper or non-compliant purchases; gas card review;

procurement compliance with the Virginia Public Procurement Act (§ 2.2-4300 et seq.); contract management controls; vendor master file integrity and duplicate vendor detection; duplicate payment analysis; payroll and human resources controls including ghost employee screening, overtime analysis, and compensation compliance; and benefits administration controls.

4.4 Capital Assets and Inventory

Fixed asset tracking and existence verification; disposal and surplus property procedures;

capitalization threshold compliance; and inventory controls where applicable.

4.5 Grants Management

Federal and state grant compliance under the Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200); Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) and Single Audit elements; draw-down procedures;

cost allocation methodology; matching requirements; and subrecipient monitoring.

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4.6 Information Technology Controls

ERP and financial system access controls and user provisioning; segregation of duties within financial applications; change management procedures; data integrity verification; and cybersecurity posture as it relates to the integrity of financial systems and data.

4.7 Internal Controls Framework

COSO Internal Control—Integrated Framework assessment; control environment evaluation, including tone at the top; fraud risk assessment; anti-fraud program and controls evaluation;

whistleblower and ethics reporting mechanism assessment; and compliance with relevant County policies and resolutions.

4.8 Forensic Procedures

The selected firm shall perform detailed forensic procedures including, but not limited to:

1. Full transaction tracing with chain-of-custody protocols for evidence preservation suitable for potential litigation use.

2. Revenue, expenditure, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and cash management transaction analysis.

3. Analysis of all transactions for unusual patterns, anomalies, or indicators of fraud.

4. P-Card and gas card purchase review across all cards and all periods within scope.

5. Capital asset and grants review, including SEFA and Single Audit elements.

6. Comprehensive internal controls framework evaluation.

7. Interviews with current and, where available, former key personnel involved in financial operations and procurement.

4.9 Mandatory Reporting and Confidentiality

The selected firm shall immediately report any suspected fraud, criminal activity, or embezzlement to law enforcement authorities and the Board of Supervisors through the County Attorney. The selected firm shall maintain strict confidentiality and data security throughout the engagement. The firm must demonstrate SOC 2 compliance or equivalent information security standards. All work products, findings, and communications are subject to attorney-client privilege and work product doctrine protections as directed by the County Attorney.

4.10 Phased Approach Option

Offerors are encouraged to propose both a full-scope engagement and a phased approach. A phased approach should consist of Phase 1 encompassing a risk assessment and internal controls evaluation to identify the highest-risk areas, followed by Phase 2 consisting of targeted forensic investigation based on Phase 1 findings. Separate pricing for each phase and for the full-scope option should be provided.

4.11 Engagement Classification

This is a single, one-time engagement. Ongoing or future auditing services will be procured through a separate solicitation.

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Section 5 — Minimum Qualifications and Experience Requirements To be considered for this engagement, offerors must demonstrate each of the following minimum qualifications. Proposals that do not meet all minimum qualifications will be deemed non-responsive and will not be evaluated.

1. The firm must be a licensed certified public accounting firm in good standing with the Virginia

Board of Accountancy, or eligible for a temporary practice privilege in Virginia pursuant to Virginia Code § 54.1-4411.

2. The engagement partner and senior manager must each hold current Certified Public Accountant (CPA) licensure and at least one of the following forensic credentials: Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF), or Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF).

3. The firm must demonstrate at least three (3) completed forensic audit, forensic financial review, or fraud investigation engagements for local government entities (counties, cities, towns, or school divisions) within the past seven (7) years. At least two (2) of these engagements must have involved Virginia localities.

4. The firm must demonstrate familiarity with Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book, 2024 Revision), GASB standards, the Virginia Auditor of Public Accounts Specifications for Audits of Counties, Cities, and Towns, and the Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200).

5. The firm and all proposed personnel must have no existing audit, consulting, advisory, or other professional relationship with Culpeper County or the Town of Culpeper that would create an independence impairment under Government Auditing Standards Chapter 3. Any prior or current relationships must be fully disclosed.

6. The firm must carry professional liability (errors and omissions) insurance with minimum coverage of $2,000,000 per occurrence and $4,000,000 in the aggregate.

7. Lead personnel must possess at least five (5) years of experience in governmental forensic auditing.

8. The firm must have the capacity to commence work within fourteen (14) calendar days of contract execution.

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Section 6 — Deliverables and Reporting Requirements The selected firm shall provide the following deliverables:

6.1 Interim Progress Reports

Biweekly written progress reports during active fieldwork, delivered to the County Attorney and such other County officials as the County Attorney may designate. Progress reports shall include work completed, preliminary observations, issues encountered, and projected timeline.

6.2 Final Forensic Audit Report

A comprehensive written report documenting methodology, findings, conclusions, quantification of identified issues, cause and consequence analysis, and prioritized recommendations covering all County accounts, financial operations, and procurement practices within the scope of this engagement. The report shall be prepared in a format suitable for use as litigation support or expert testimony.

6.3 Executive Summary

A concise executive summary suitable for presentation to the Board of Supervisors and the public, summarizing key findings and recommendations.

6.4 Internal Controls Assessment

A standalone internal controls assessment with specific, prioritized recommendations for remediation, organized by risk level (critical, high, medium, low).

6.5 Management Letter

A management letter identifying reportable conditions, observations, and recommendations not rising to the level of formal findings.

6.6 Formal Presentations

At least one formal presentation of findings to the Board of Supervisors or its designated Audit Committee. Additional presentations may be requested at the County’s discretion.

6.7 Exit Conferences

Draft and final exit conferences with the County Attorney and designated County officials prior to issuance of the final report.

6.8 Work Product Ownership

All deliverables, reports, working papers, and other work product produced under this engagement shall be the property of Culpeper County. The firm shall retain the right to retain copies of working papers as required by professional standards and applicable law.

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Section 7 — Proposal Submission Requirements and Format Proposals shall not exceed thirty (30) pages, exclusive of appendices, resumes, and required forms. Submit one (1) original, three (3) copies, and one (1) electronic version on USB drive, or submit electronically via eVA. Proposals shall be organized using the following tabs:

Tab 1 — Cover Letter and Signed Forms Cover letter signed by an authorized representative of the firm, confirming the proposal is a firm and irrevocable offer for a period of ninety (90) days from the submission deadline. Include all signed required forms (Attachments A through G).

Tab 2 — Firm Profile and Qualifications Brief firm history, office locations, total professional staff, and forensic practice size. Provide a list of at least three (3) comparable local government forensic engagements within the past seven years, including entity name (or “confidential Virginia locality” with approximate population and budget size), scope of work, duration, and outcome.

Tab 3 — Key Personnel Qualifications Identify all key personnel proposed for this engagement, including the engagement partner, senior manager, and forensic specialists. Provide professional credentials (CPA, CFE, CFF, MAFF, etc.) and a brief professional biography for each key team member. Specify the estimated hours and percentage of time each individual will commit to this engagement.

Resumes may be included in an appendix and will not count toward the page limit.

Tab 4 — Approach and Methodology Detailed description of the proposed approach to each scope area in Section 4. Identify any areas not addressed in the scope that the offeror recommends for inclusion based on professional judgment. Describe the firm’s approach to preserving the integrity of evidence for potential litigation use. If proposing a phased approach, describe the methodology for each phase.

Tab 5 — Expert Testimony Capability Describe the firm’s expert testimony experience, including the number and types of matters in which firm professionals have been qualified as expert witnesses. Identify which proposed team members are available for expert testimony if needed.

Tab 6 — Timeline and Capacity Proposed engagement timeline from contract execution through final report delivery. Identify milestones, critical path items, and any dependencies on County cooperation (data access, staff availability). Confirm the firm’s capacity to commence work within fourteen (14) calendar days of contract execution.

Tab 7 — References Minimum of three (3) governmental references from forensic audit or fraud investigation engagements. Provide entity name, contact name, title, phone number, and email address.

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Tab 8 — Cost Proposal The cost proposal shall be submitted in a separately sealed envelope or as a separate PDF file. Provide: (a) Hourly rates by staff classification (partner, senior manager, manager, senior associate, associate, administrative); (b) Estimated total hours by staff classification for the full-scope engagement; (c) Total not-to-exceed fee for the full-scope engagement; (d) If proposing a phased approach, separate pricing for Phase 1 and Phase 2; (e) Estimated reimbursable expenses (travel, lodging, per diem, technology, copying) identified separately from professional fees; and (f) Expert testimony rates, if different from standard engagement rates.

Tab 9 — Conflict of Interest Disclosure Disclose any current or past relationships with Culpeper County, the Town of Culpeper, any member of the Culpeper County Board of Supervisors, the County Administrator (or Acting County Administrator), the County Attorney, or any senior County official. Disclose any financial, familial, or organizational relationship that could create an actual, potential, or perceived conflict of interest.

Tab 10 — Insurance Certificates Provide current certificates of professional liability (errors and omissions) and commercial general liability insurance meeting or exceeding the requirements stated in Section 9.

Tab 11 — Completed Attachments All completed and signed attachments as specified in Section 11.

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Section 8 — Evaluation Criteria and Scoring Proposals will be evaluated by an evaluation committee appointed by the County Attorney using the following weighted criteria. This procurement is conducted through competitive negotiation pursuant to Virginia Code § 2.2-4302.2(A)(4) for professional services. Following initial evaluation and scoring, the County will engage in individual discussions with two or more offerors deemed fully qualified, responsible, and suitable, with emphasis on professional competence. The County will then rank offerors in order of preference and negotiate with the highest-ranked offeror to reach a contract at a fair and reasonable price.

Evaluation Criterion Weight Max Points Firm Qualifications, Forensic Experience, and Comparable Engagements 25% 25

Key Personnel Qualifications (CPA, CFE, CFF, MAFF credentials; governmental forensic experience) 20% 20

Proposed Approach and Methodology (including forensic procedures, evidence preservation, and COSO framework) 25% 25

Expert Testimony Capability and Availability 10% 10

References and Past Performance 10% 10

Timeline, Capacity, and Cost Proposal 10% 10

Total 100% 100

The County reserves the right to invite the highest-ranked offerors for oral presentations or interviews prior to final selection. The cost proposal will be considered in the context of overall value but will not be the sole determining factor. The County further reserves the right to determine in writing and in its sole discretion that only one offeror is fully qualified or clearly more highly qualified than others under consideration, and to negotiate and award a contract to that offeror pursuant to Virginia Code § 2.2-4302.2(A)(4).

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Section 9 — Contract Terms and Conditions The successful offeror will enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Culpeper County substantially in the form attached as Attachment F. Key provisions include the following:

9.1 Indemnification

The Contractor shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Culpeper County, its Board of Supervisors, officers, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) arising from or related to the Contractor’s performance or failure to perform under the contract, except to the extent caused by the sole negligence of the County.

9.2 Insurance Requirements

The selected firm shall maintain, at its own expense, the following minimum insurance coverage throughout the term of the engagement:

Coverage Type Minimum Limits Workers’ Compensation Statutory

Employers’ Liability $500,000

Commercial General Liability $1,000,000 per occurrence / $2,000,000 aggregate

Automobile Liability $1,000,000 combined single limit

Professional Liability (E&O) $2,000,000 per occurrence / $4,000,000 aggregate

Cyber Liability $2,000,000

Crime / Fidelity Bond $1,000,000

Culpeper County shall be named as an additional insured on the Commercial General Liability and Automobile Liability policies. Certificates of insurance shall be provided prior to contract execution and shall require thirty (30) days’ advance written notice of cancellation or material change.

9.3 Termination

The County may terminate the contract for cause upon thirty (30) days’ written notice if the Contractor fails to perform in accordance with the contract terms. The County may terminate for convenience upon thirty (30) days’ written notice, with payment for all services satisfactorily performed through the date of termination.

9.4 Governing Law and Venue

The contract shall be governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Venue for any disputes shall be the Circuit Court of Culpeper County, Virginia.

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9.5 Confidentiality and Data Security

The Contractor shall maintain strict confidentiality of all County data, records, and information accessed during the engagement. The Contractor shall comply with all applicable data security requirements, including but not limited to CJIS Security Policy requirements where criminal justice information is accessed. The County intends to assert applicable FOIA exemptions (§§ 2.2-3705.1(2), (3), and (12)) over working papers, draft reports, and communications related to this engagement as appropriate.

9.6 Independence

The selected firm must maintain independence in accordance with Government Auditing Standards (2024 Revision) Chapter 3 throughout the engagement. Any change in circumstances that could affect independence must be disclosed immediately to the County Attorney.

9.7 Non-Discrimination

The selected firm shall comply with all applicable federal and Virginia non-discrimination requirements, including Virginia Code § 2.2-4311. During the performance of the agreement, the Contractor shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other basis prohibited by state law relating to discrimination in employment.

9.8 Ethics in Public Contracting

This procurement is subject to the provisions of Virginia Code §§ 2.2-4367 through 2.2-4377 regarding ethics in public contracting.

9.9 County Indemnification

The County shall not be required to indemnify, defend, or hold harmless the Contractor under any provision of the contract. Sovereign immunity of the County is expressly preserved.

9.10 Drug-Free Workplace

During the performance of the agreement, the Contractor agrees to provide a drug-free workplace for its employees in accordance with Virginia Code § 2.2-4312.

9.11 Collusion

The Contractor shall comply with the requirements of Virginia Code § 2.2-4374 of the Virginia Public Procurement Act. Collusive bidding is a violation of the Virginia Governmental Frauds Act, the Virginia Public Procurement Act, and federal law, and can result in fines, prison sentences, and civil damage awards.

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9.12 Warranties

The Contractor represents and warrants that it has the requisite experience, skills, capabilities, and personnel to perform the requirements of the agreement in a professional manner; that it is a legal business entity chartered or authorized to do business in Virginia; that it has all licenses necessary to perform the requirements of the agreement; and that the individual signing the agreement on the Contractor’s behalf is fully authorized to bind the Contractor to the terms and conditions of the agreement.

9.13 Modification, Assignment, and Severability

The agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the Contractor and the County.

Modifications may not be made except as agreed to in writing. The agreement may not be assigned to a third party without written consent of the County. If any provision is held to be illegal, invalid, or unenforceable, such provision shall be severable and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

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Section 10 — General Conditions and Reservations

1. The County reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, to waive informalities, to negotiate with any or all offerors, or to cancel this RFP at any time prior to award.

2. The County reserves the right to request additional information, clarification, or presentations from any offeror.

3. The County reserves the right to award to the offeror determined to be in the best interest of the County, which may not necessarily be the lowest-cost proposal.

4. The County shall not be liable for any costs incurred by offerors in preparing or submitting proposals.

5. This solicitation does not commit the County to award a contract or to pay any costs incurred in the preparation of a proposal.

6. Award is subject to availability of appropriated funds.

7. The County may take advantage of any available cooperative contracts if doing so is determined to be in the County’s best interest.

8. All proposals become the property of the County upon submission and will not be returned.

9. Offerors shall not contact any member of the Board of Supervisors, County staff, or evaluation committee members regarding this solicitation except through the Office of the County Attorney as specified herein. Unauthorized contact may result in disqualification.

10. The County intends to assert applicable Virginia Freedom of Information Act exemptions over proposals, evaluation materials, and negotiation documents to the extent permitted by law.

11. Any proposal made in response to this RFP may not be withdrawn after the time set for the receipt of proposals and for a period of ninety (90) days thereafter.

12. The Owner is a public body subject to the Virginia Freedom of Information Act. Trade secrets and proprietary information submitted by the Contractor shall not be subject to public disclosure under the Act, provided that the Contractor complies with the requirements and invokes the protections of Virginia Code § 2.2-4342(F).

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Section 11 — Attachments and Required Forms The following attachments are incorporated by reference into this Request for Proposals. All applicable attachments must be completed, signed, and submitted with the proposal:

Attachment A: Vendor Data Sheet Attachment B: State Corporation Commission Form (Virginia Code § 2.2-4311.2) Attachment C: Conflict of Interest Certification Attachment D: Non-Collusion Affidavit Attachment E: Insurance Certificate Template Attachment F: Sample Professional Services Agreement Attachment G: Background Certification Form

Issued by the Office of the County Attorney

Culpeper County, Virginia Amy F. Wilson, County Attorney

March 18, 2026

Prepared with the assistance of:

Delta Erebus Group LLC Jesse Martin, Founder & Principal