959 RFP - Auditor 2026-2027

Sterling High School Board of Education is seeking a certified public accounting firm to perform the annual audit of its financial statements for FY 2026‑2027 and to prepare the FY 2025‑2026 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) with secondary disclosure. The contract is a one‑year, not‑to‑exceed professional services agreement, with the possibility of termination on 30‑day notice. The firm must meet stringent staffing, licensing, and experience requirements specific to New Jersey school‑board auditing, and must submit extensive insurance, certification, and political‑contribution disclosures. • Perform the FY 2026‑2027 audit of the Board’s financial statements and issue the audit report. • Prepare the FY 2025‑2026 CAFR and secondary disclosure statement. • Provide hourly rates, a capped total audit fee, and a separate CAFR fee; maintain required insurance and submit all mandated certifications (political contributions, Iran/Russia sanctions, EEO, etc.). • Must have at least two CPAs (≥ 7 years licensure) and two registered school‑board accountants (≥ 5 years) plus ≥ 10 years experience with NJ boards of education. • Proposal due April 30 2026 (10 a.m.) to the Board Secretary at the district office; contract runs July 1 2026 – June 30 2027.