When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due September 2, 2026. Questions must be submitted by August 7, 2026.

It was issued by County Of Alameda. The work is located in Oakland, California, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Public-sector accounting and audit firm. Experience conducting Single Audits and county or government-wide financial audits. Certified public accountants with governmental auditing expertise. Demonstrated experience preparing or reviewing comprehensive annual financial reports. Capacity to complete a one-year engagement for a large public organization.

Countywide Financial and Compliance Audit Services (Due September 2, 2026)

Overview

Financial, Legal, HR & Staffing

Oakland, California, United StatesPosted: August 1, 2026Deadline: September 2, 2026

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SUMMARY

The county is seeking an audit firm to conduct a one-year, organization-wide financial and compliance audit in accordance with Single Audit requirements. The engagement will support the county's annual comprehensive financial reporting.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be regularly and continuously engaged in providing audit services for at least the last five years to counties or similarly large and complex governmental entities.
Must have an active licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) by the California State Board of Accountancy involved in the audit process.
Must have successfully completed at least three Single Audits for governmental entities subject to the Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200) within the past five years.
Must maintain a current external peer review rating of 'Pass' or equivalent highest rating.
Must possess all permits, licenses, and professional credentials necessary to perform the services.
Must be able to incorporate the equivalent of one (1.0) FTE from County staff into the audit team for training purposes.
Must meet the County's Small and Emerging Locally Owned Business (SLEB) requirements or subcontract at least 20% of the total bid amount to a certified SLEB.
Must be licensed by the State of California to perform the required work.
Must not be on the California Department of General Services list of persons engaged in investment activities in Iran.

CONTRACT DURATION

36 months

TIMELINE

Request Issued: July 31st, 2026

Networking/Bidders Conference: August 6th, 2026

Written Questions Due: August 7th, 2026

Questions & Answers Issued: August 19th, 2026

Response Due: September 2nd, 2026

Evaluation Period: September 2nd, 2026 – October 9th, 2026

Notice of Intent to Award Issued: October 9th, 2026

Board Consideration Award Date: December 15th, 2026

Contract Start Date: May 5th, 2027

QUESTION DEADLINE

August 7, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

County Of Alameda

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DESCRIPTION

A government authority in Oakland, California seeks a qualified auditor to provide a single, organization-wide financial and compliance audit of the county. The engagement must be performed in accordance with applicable Single Audit requirements and cover the county's financial operations.

The county's elected auditor-controller or clerk-recorder maintains the central accounting records and prepares an annual comprehensive financial report. The contract period will be one year. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for August 6, 2026, and all questions must be submitted by August 7, 2026.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due September 2, 2026. Questions must be submitted by August 7, 2026.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by County Of Alameda. The work is located in Oakland, California, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Public-sector accounting and audit firm
Experience conducting Single Audits and county or government-wide financial audits
Certified public accountants with governmental auditing expertise
Demonstrated experience preparing or reviewing comprehensive annual financial reports
Capacity to complete a one-year engagement for a large public organization

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