When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due October 9, 2026. Questions must be submitted by September 30, 2026.

It was issued by County Of Middlesex. The work is located in London, Ontario, Canada.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Public accounting or audit firm experienced in external audits. Demonstrated experience auditing government or public-sector entities. Qualified audit professionals with relevant accounting credentials. Capacity to provide services across multiple fiscal years.

External Audit Services (Due October 9, 2026)

An Ontario government authority seeks external audit services covering fiscal years 2026 through 2028. Questions are due September 30, 2026, and proposals are due October 9, 2026.

Must be an auditor licensed under the Public Accounting Act, 2004
Must have proven experience in auditing a County of similar size and scope within the last three years
Lead staff assigned to the audit must hold a valid accounting designation and have previous experience in performing a municipal audit engagement
Must have sufficient staffing, facilities, financial resources, and expertise to address the scope of the audit services
Must provide evidence that their organization is licensed to perform audits in the Province of Ontario
Must submit a detailed audit plan including a Gantt chart
Must carry Commercial General Liability insurance of not less than $5,000,000 per occurrence
Must carry Errors and Omissions insurance in the amount of $5,000,000
Must provide a minimum of three references of similar scope and objectives
Must submit proposals electronically using the County's Bidding System only

Final date for submission of clarification questions: September 30th, 2026

Deadline for receipt of proposals: October 9th, 2026

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The government authority located in Ontario is seeking a qualified vendor to provide external audit services for the fiscal years ending December 31, 2026, December 31, 2027, and December 31, 2028.

All questions regarding the opportunity must be submitted by September 30, 2026. Vendors are required to register on the issuing authority’s website to access the complete unwatermarked request for proposals.

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