Independent audit services

DHA Housing Solutions for North Texas, a public housing authority in Dallas, Texas, is soliciting proposals under RFP 2026-48 for independent audit services, with proposals due November 26, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. through DHA's online bidding platform and written questions due November 18, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Eligibility is limited to independent public accounting firms licensed in Texas. Firms are encouraged to propose subcontracting relationships with small and minority-owned audit firms.

The contract requires comprehensive organization-wide audits of DHA's financial operations, internal controls, and federal program compliance, covering three consecutive annual financial and compliance audits beginning with the fiscal year ending December 31, 2028. Audits must follow Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards, Title 2 Part 200 requirements including Subpart F, and HUD guidelines, because DHA receives over $1,000,000 annually in federal assistance. Work papers must be retained for at least three years after report issuance and made available to DHA, HUD, and the Regional Inspector General on request. Special consideration goes to firms with housing authority audit experience and Title 2 Part 200 compliance expertise. DHA manages over 3,000 affordable housing units, administers rental assistance for over 15,000 privately owned units through Section 8, and operates with a fiscal year 2026 budget of approximately $332 million. The selected firm must carry professional liability insurance with minimum limits of $1,000,000 per claim and $1,000,000 aggregate, plus commercial general liability, workers' compensation, and automobile liability coverage.

Compensation is a lump-sum fee, with 50% paid on receipt of final audit reports and the remaining 50% following HUD approval. DHA does not provide progress billing during the audit period. The contract runs five successive fiscal years at DHA's option. The source lists Denton County, Texas (FIPS 48121) as the jurisdiction. CohnReznick LLP audited the year ended December 31, 2025 and issued an unqualified opinion. The estimated contract award date is December 15, 2026.