Sources sought - conducting quality control reviews of single audit act reviews

The Department of Commerce Office of the Secretary is seeking a contractor to conduct Quality Control Reviews (QCRs) of single audits performed under federal Uniform Guidance regulations. The agency requires a contractor with at least 5 years of experience in conducting QCRs and single audits, following the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency (CIGIE) guidelines. Potential vendors must submit a 10-page capability statement by February 11, 2025, at 2pm Eastern Time, which should include detailed descriptions of capabilities, potential performance measures, and pricing structures. The evaluation will focus on the vendor's past performance, specifically requiring a minimum of 5 single audit desk review reports and 5 QCR reports completed within the last 2 years, along with results from the contractor's two most recent peer reviews. Responses should be emailed to Omar Mohamed at OMohamed@doc.gov with a specific subject line format, and vendors must provide comprehensive company information including DUNS number, CAGE code, and small business status.

The contract will have a base year with four additional one-year option periods, with up to seven QCRs to be conducted per option year. There is no specific set-aside designation for this procurement, and the opportunity is open to all qualified contractors under the Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services NAICS code 541611. The contractor must be physically located in the United States, provide their own secure work site and equipment, and ensure all deliverables meet Section 508 accessibility standards. While no specific award value is mentioned, the contract will require the selected vendor to maintain constant communication with the Independent Public Accountant and OAE SQC team throughout the performance period. Key deliverables will include conducting desk reviews and QCRs of selected audits, with reports that clearly indicate whether the auditor's work results in a pass, pass with deficiency(ies), or fail status.