Request for Proposal Professional Audit Services

The City of Hutchinson, Kansas is seeking a qualified Kansas‑licensed accounting firm to perform its annual financial audit and required single audits for fiscal year 2026, with options to extend the engagement through FY 2030. The selected firm will serve as the city’s auditor, reviewing financial statements prepared by the Finance Department, issuing audit opinions, management letters, and responding to city staff inquiries. Proposals must be submitted by October 23, 2026, and questions are due by October 20, 2026. Evaluation will consider independence, licensing, experience with Kansas municipal clients, staff qualifications, audit approach, and price, though the lowest bid is not guaranteed to win. • Scope: Full‑scope annual audit and single audits required by law. • Term: Primary year FY 2026 (ending 12/31/2026) with optional extensions to FY 2027‑2030. • Submission: Electronic PDF via E‑una or email; paper copies accepted in sealed envelope. • Evaluation criteria: Independence, conflict‑of‑interest, Kansas license, technical qualifications, audit approach, and fee structure. • Deliverables: Draft audit by July 1, final audit report and management letter by July 31 each year. • Estimated budget: Not disclosed; firms typically charge $50‑$150 k per year for similar municipal audits.