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The McNair Stampley Waterworks Association (MSWA) is seeking audit services for a project funded by the Mississippi State Department of Health's American Rescue Plan Act: Rural Water Associations Infrastructure Grant Program. The procurement is a Request for Proposals (RFP) for audit services, specifically targeting qualified firms or individuals to conduct either a single audit in accordance with 2CFR 200.514 for the prior fiscal year or an alternative compliance examination engagement as outlined by US Treasury ARPA requirements. Proposals must be submitted by mail to PO Box 47 in Brandon, MS, with five copies due by 4:00 PM on August 12, 2025. The evaluation criteria include four key factors: Qualifications (40 points), Experience (20 points), Project Knowledge (20 points), and Cost (20 points). A selection committee will review proposals within a 30-day period, with the contract to be awarded to the most advantageous and highest-scoring qualified individual or firm. The contract will be on a fixed-price basis, with the OWNER retaining the right to terminate the selection at any time.

The RFP explicitly encourages submissions from Minority-owned and Women-owned Business Enterprises, demonstrating a commitment to diverse vendor participation. The project is funded through the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds, with various Uniform Guidance provisions applying to the grant award. The procurement is specifically focused on Pike County, Mississippi, and targets audit services for a water infrastructure project. While no specific budget range or award value is explicitly stated in the documents, the comprehensive evaluation process suggests a thorough vetting of potential contractors. The contract will be managed by the McNair Stampley Waterworks Association, which will serve as the primary point of contact for the procurement process. The selected auditor will be responsible for providing comprehensive audit services that meet federal and state compliance requirements for the water infrastructure project funded through the American Rescue Plan Act.