Audit Services

The Michigan state government, through Edwardsburg Public Schools, is seeking proposals from qualified Certified Public Accounting (CPA) firms to provide audit services for the district's financial statements for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2024, 2025, and 2026. The audit will encompass an examination of the district's major funds, including the General Fund, Debt Service, Capital Projects, Food Service, and all Federal programs required to be audited by the State of Michigan. The selected auditor will be expected to provide possible alternative solutions to improve the district's fiscal management and advise the accounting office on changes to accounting procedures to ensure compliance with the latest recommendations. The auditor will also be required to furnish the district with printed and electronic copies of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and the Single Audit Report, if required. Proposals are due by 10:00 am on Thursday, February 12, 2024, and the Board of Education is expected to take action by March 29, 2024.

The RFP outlines specific qualifications for the auditing firm and the auditor, including experience in auditing K-12 public school districts in Michigan, familiarity with school district policies and procedures, and active involvement in school financial organizations. The contract may be extended for an additional two years based on satisfactory performance. The RFP does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, and it does not provide any information on incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The RFP also does not specify a budget range or award value.