DHCD Independent Audit, Accounting, and Planning Services

The District of Columbia's Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is seeking professional services for an independent audit, accounting, and planning engagement, as outlined in State Local Contract Opportunity ID 66c85c06829eb5d8690739d0. This procurement seeks qualified firms to provide comprehensive financial and strategic consulting services, with specific focus on auditing, accounting analysis, and strategic planning support for the agency. The solicitation was posted on December 24, 2014, with proposals due by January 23, 2015, indicating a 30-day response window for interested vendors. While specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, typical requirements for such engagements include demonstrable experience in government financial auditing, extensive knowledge of municipal accounting standards, and proven capabilities in developing strategic planning documentation. Prospective respondents should be prepared to submit comprehensive proposal packages that demonstrate their technical expertise, relevant past performance, and capacity to deliver high-quality professional services to a municipal housing and community development agency.

This procurement appears to be an open competitive solicitation without explicit set-aside designations for disadvantaged business enterprises, though such provisions are common in District of Columbia government contracts. The contract likely represents a significant professional services engagement, potentially valued in the range of $50,000 to $250,000 annually, depending on the scope and complexity of required audit and planning services. No incumbent vendors or specific technology integration requirements are mentioned in the available information. Potential respondents should possess advanced certifications in public accounting, municipal finance, and strategic planning, with strong backgrounds in government sector financial analysis. Firms interested in this opportunity should carefully review the full solicitation documents, prepare comprehensive proposals that highlight their technical capabilities, and ensure strict adherence to the January 23, 2015 submission deadline.