When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due June 15, 2026. Questions must be submitted by May 26, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $250,000 – $500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by Nebraska Public Power District. The work is located in Columbus, Nebraska, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Certified public accounting firm with governmental audit expertise. Experience conducting single audits under Uniform Guidance. Strong background in GASB reporting and public-sector financial statements. Expertise with OPEB and retirement plan audits. Capacity to provide ongoing fiscal-year accounting and compliance consultation. Prior work with public utilities, districts, or other government authorities.

Independent Audit Services (Due June 15, 2026)

Overview

Financial, Legal, HR & Staffing

Columbus, Nebraska, United StatesPosted: May 16th, 2026Deadline: June 15th, 2026

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SUMMARY

A Nebraska government authority is soliciting independent audit services for its annual financial statements, OPEB and retirement plans, and single audit compliance requirements. The engagement also includes year-round GASB and accounting consultation support.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a certified public accounting firm
Must perform audits in accordance with GAGAS and GASB standards
Must provide resumes of assigned personnel
Must disclose any use of artificial intelligence in audit services
Must provide a detailed data security and information protection policy
Must maintain specified insurance coverages including Workers' Compensation, Commercial General Liability, and Automobile Liability
Must use a federal immigration verification system for new hires
Must comply with Nebraska Fair Employment Practice Act
Must not use equipment or services from vendors on the FCC Covered List

BUDGET

Estimate

$250,000 – $500,000

CONTRACT DURATION

60 months

TIMELINE

Issue RFP: May 15th, 2026

Last day for questions: May 26th, 2026

District responses to questions: June 2nd, 2026

Due date of proposals: June 15th, 2026

Oral presentations: Week of July 20th, 2026

Award of work: August 16th, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

May 26th, 2026

Issuing Agency

Nebraska Public Power District

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DESCRIPTION

The government authority in Columbus, Nebraska is seeking an independent firm to provide audit services for its basic financial statements, other post-employment benefit plan, and retirement plans. The scope includes audit work related to the district’s annual report, single audit, plan financial statements, retirement plan financial statements, and matters related to the sale of debt securities.

The selected vendor will perform an independent audit of the district’s annual report, including the statement of net position, statement of revenues, expenses, changes in net position, and statement of cash flows for business-type activities. Services also include auditing the statement of fiduciary net position and statement of changes in fiduciary net position for the postemployment medical and life benefits plan, as well as preparing reports on compliance for major programs and internal controls over compliance in accordance with Uniform Guidance.

Additional responsibilities include providing a summary schedule of prior-year audit findings, reviewing notes related to the financial statements for each plan, and offering ongoing technical advice and accounting consultation throughout the fiscal year regarding new GASB standards and compliance matters. Questions are due no later than May 26, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due June 15, 2026. Questions must be submitted by May 26, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $250,000 – $500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Nebraska Public Power District. The work is located in Columbus, Nebraska, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Certified public accounting firm with governmental audit expertise
Experience conducting single audits under Uniform Guidance
Strong background in GASB reporting and public-sector financial statements
Expertise with OPEB and retirement plan audits
Capacity to provide ongoing fiscal-year accounting and compliance consultation
Prior work with public utilities, districts, or other government authorities

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