Forensic Accounting List of Respondents.pdf

This is a Solicitation List of Respondents document from the State of Nebraska, Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Children and Family Services, Adult Protective Services program, for investigatory and forensic accounting services (Solicitation Number 123350 O3). The procurement seeks a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive forensic accounting services including case analysis, document review, financial investigations, report preparation, and potential court testimony to support the investigation of financial fraud and exploitation of vulnerable adults. The anticipated workload is approximately 60 cases annually. Solicitation responses were opened on November 6, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time, and five respondents submitted proposals: CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen LLP), CRI Advisors LLC, Deloitte, Eide Bailly, and Myers and Stauffer. The contract will have a four-year term beginning upon execution.

Vendors are required to possess specific professional credentials including a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, forensic accounting certification, and professional licenses such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), and Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF). Cost evaluation will be based on total annual fees for case analysis, with vendors required to submit detailed cost sheets outlining fees for case analysis and hourly rates for court appearances. No set-aside designations, incumbent vendor information, or specific budget ranges are identified in the documentation. The state will evaluate proposals based on both cost and demonstrated qualifications of proposed forensic accounting professionals.