Auditing Services

This contract is for auditing services provided by BKD LLP to Jackson County, Missouri. The contract includes a comprehensive annual financial report and audit of the financial records of Jackson County, Missouri. The contract has a term of 5 years, with the option to renew annually. The total value of the contract is estimated to be around $410,800. The contract includes provisions for payment, termination, and renewal. The vendor, BKD LLP, is responsible for providing independent auditing services, and the county is responsible for providing access to information and personnel. The contract also includes provisions for fraud detection and prevention, as well as assistance with the adoption of new accounting and reporting standards. • The contract includes a fixed fee of $137,900 for the first year, with additional fees for subsequent years. • The contract includes provisions for the vendor to provide additional services, such as assistance with the adoption of new accounting and reporting standards. • The contract includes provisions for the county to provide access to information and personnel. • The contract includes provisions for termination and renewal.