RFP for State Fair Authority for FY26 financial audit

The Colorado Office of the State Auditor is soliciting proposals from qualified organizations to conduct a financial and compliance audit of the Colorado State Fair Authority for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. The audit will be performed in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards and Government Auditing Standards. The scope of work includes auditing the basic financial statements, reviewing internal control structure, and evaluating compliance with state and federal laws and regulations. The contractor will be required to testify in person before the Legislative Audit Committee and provide oral presentations to the Authority's Board. • The audit must be completed by October 30, 2026. • The contractor will be required to submit a draft report, including all findings and recommendations, by October 14, 2026. • The contractor must have experience in performing financial and compliance audits for government entities. • The contractor must be licensed to practice as a certified public accounting firm in the State of Colorado. • The contractor must have had a quality control review completed within the past 3 years.