Internal controls audit

Douglas County, Georgia is seeking qualified independent Certified Public Accounting (CPA) firms to conduct an Internal Controls Audit through Request for Proposal RFP 25-026. The audit will cover fiscal years 2023, 2024, and 2025, with a specific focus on reviewing internal procurement and credit card transactions, as well as external vendor accounts including Lowe's, Home Depot, Ace Hardware, Grainger, Walmart, Sam's Club, Amazon, and Galls uniform company. Proposing firms must submit detailed cost breakdowns with hourly rates, provide a minimum of three external references from similar engagements, submit proof of current CPA licenses, and include certificates of insurance with professional errors and omissions coverage of at least $1,000,000. Proposal submissions are due electronically through BidNet by November 24, 2025, at 2:00 PM EST, with a question deadline of November 13, 2025, at 4:00 PM EST. Evaluation criteria will include demonstrated qualifications, technical approach, cost competitiveness, understanding of project requirements, and references. The initial contract term will be one year from execution, with potential renewals at the County's discretion.

The procurement does not specify any specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. No incumbent vendors are mentioned in the documentation. The County reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and will award the contract to the responsible offeror whose proposal is deemed most advantageous and provides the best value. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the solicitation requires comprehensive cost breakdowns that will allow for precise budgetary evaluation. Proposing firms must ensure compliance with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB 14) reporting requirements and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The audit will require identifying areas for improvement, mitigating potential risks, and providing recommendations for account closures and consolidations, with the ultimate goal of enhancing the County's internal financial controls and operational efficiency.