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The Wilk-Amite Water Association (WAWA) is seeking proposals for audit services in Alcorn County, Mississippi, through a Request for Proposals (RFP) funded by the Mississippi State Department of Health's American Rescue Plan Act: Rural Water Associations Infrastructure Grant Program. The procurement requires qualified firms or individuals to submit five copies of a comprehensive audit proposal by 10:00 a.m. on June 2, 2025, with delivery options including mail to P.O. Box 849, Gloster, MS 39638 or hand delivery to 1803 South Captain Drive, Gloster, MS 39638. The selected auditor will be responsible for conducting either a single audit in accordance with 2CFR 200.514 or an Alternative Compliance Examination Engagement as specified by US Treasury ARPA requirements. Proposal evaluation will be based on four key factors: Qualifications (40 points), Experience (20 points), Project Knowledge (20 points), and Cost (20 points), with a focus on the firm's expertise in infrastructure auditing, regulatory compliance, and cost-effectiveness. Proposing firms must demonstrate their capabilities through detailed documentation of qualifications, previous project experience, and understanding of infrastructure and regulatory requirements.

The RFP specifically encourages submissions from Minority-owned Business Enterprises (MBEs) and Women-owned Business Enterprises (WBEs), indicating a commitment to diversity in contractor selection. A selection committee will review and evaluate the proposals, reserving the right to reject any or all submissions and ultimately awarding the contract to the most advantageous proposal based on the cumulative point system. The contract will be structured on a fixed-price basis, with WAWA maintaining the authority to terminate the selection process at any discretion. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated in the provided documentation, the procurement is associated with the American Rescue Plan Act's Rural Water Associations Infrastructure Grant Program, suggesting potential funding availability. The scope of work appears focused on comprehensive audit services that will help ensure proper financial oversight and compliance for the water association's infrastructure-related projects.