Description
The Town of Orange Park, Florida is seeking a qualified Certified Public Accountant (CPA) firm to perform comprehensive financial audits for the fiscal year ending September 30 2026 and the two subsequent fiscal years, under a three‑year contract. The engagement requires compliance with numerous state and federal auditing standards, delivery of audit opinions on financial statements and compliance, timely reporting of irregularities, participation in up to two public meetings per year, and provision of technical advice at no extra charge. Proposals must be submitted in seven hard‑copy copies by 2:00 PM on October 12 2026, and must include firm qualifications, experience with governmental audits, staff resumes, technical approach, and a fee schedule with “not‑to‑exceed” amounts for each year. The Town will evaluate proposals based on qualifications, experience, and fee proposals, with the possibility of oral presentations and negotiations before awarding a three‑year contract.
• Audit of General Purpose Financial Statements for FY 2025‑26 through FY 2028‑29
• Compliance with Florida Statutes, GAAS, GASB, OMB Circulars, and other applicable standards
• Mandatory reporting of illegal acts and attendance at up to two public meetings annually
• Delivery of final audit report, financial statements, footnotes, and supporting schedules (12 hard copies + electronic)
• Ongoing technical advice, internal‑control reviews, and peer‑review documentation at no extra charge
• Fee proposal required with yearly “not‑to‑exceed” caps and hourly rates for staff levels
• Submission deadline: 2:00 PM, 12 Oct 2026; seven hard‑copy copies to the Town Clerk