Financial Audit and Related Services, TSA

The Tampa Sports Authority (TSA) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for financial audit and related services, seeking a highly qualified auditor to conduct comprehensive financial audits for multiple facilities including Raymond James Stadium, Hillsborough County Tournament SportsPlex, and the City of Tampa's golf course facilities (Rocky Point, Rogers Park, and Babe Zaharias). The procurement covers fiscal years ending September 30, 2025, 2026, and 2027, with potential extension options for 2028 and 2029. Proposers must possess a current AICPA Standard Peer Review and demonstrate extensive experience in governmental auditing, with specific emphasis on financial statement preparation, compliance testing, and detailed reporting for public entities in Florida. The RFP requires comprehensive audit services that include preparing detailed financial documentation and reports. Proposals are due Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at 2:00 pm, with the final day for questions being Monday, June 9, 2025, by 10:00 am. The evaluation process will utilize a 105-point scoring system, with 100 points allocated to technical and cost criteria and an additional 5 bonus points available for Minority/Disadvantaged Business Enterprise participation.

The RFP includes specific provisions for Minority/Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (WMBE/DM/DWBE/SBE/S-DV/LGBTQIA2S+) participation, offering up to 5 bonus points for qualifying vendors. The most recent external auditing services contract was valued at $62,000 annually, with a breakdown of $38,000 for stadium and authority administration, $12,000 for golf course operations, and $12,000 for the Tournament SportsPlex. While no specific restrictions are mentioned regarding the size or type of organizations that can respond, the rigorous qualification requirements suggest that only experienced governmental auditing firms with specialized expertise will be competitive. The comprehensive nature of the audit requirements and the specific technical qualifications needed indicate that this opportunity is best suited for established accounting firms with deep experience in public sector financial reporting. Potential bidders should carefully review the detailed RFP documentation to ensure full compliance with the technical and reporting specifications outlined by the Tampa Sports Authority.