When is the submission deadline?

This RFP closed on October 12, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $350,000 – $500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by Macatawa Area Express Transportation Authority. The work is located in Holland, Michigan, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Public-sector accounting and financial management firm. Experience with grant accounting, FTA funds, and compliance reporting. Expertise in audit preparation, single audits, and corrective action planning. Capability to manage payroll, employee benefits, reconciliations, and cash accounts. Knowledge of accounting systems, ERP configuration, and internal controls.

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Overview

Financial, Legal, HR & Staffing

Holland, Michigan, United StatesPosted: September 22, 2026Deadline: October 12, 2026

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SUMMARY

A government authority in Holland, Michigan, is seeking a provider for comprehensive third-party accounting services under a three-year contract. Services include financial reporting, grant and FTA compliance, audit support, payroll and benefits administration, reconciliations, and accounting systems advisory support.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be based in and legally operate within the United States
Must have experience with GASB-compliant governmental fund accounting
Must have experience with FTA financial reporting and Single Audit/SEFA preparation
Must be prepared to assume full responsibility for accounting functions by January 1st, 2027
Must maintain liability insurance
Must be a licensed contractor
Must submit proposal via BidNet Direct

BUDGET

Estimate

$350,000 – $500,000

CONTRACT DURATION

60 months

TIMELINE

Request for Proposal Issued: September 21st, 2026

Deadline for Questions: October 5th, 2026

Submissions Due: October 12th, 2026

Firm Interviews: October 19th–22nd, 2026

Award of RFP: October 27th, 2026

Contracted Work Commences: November 2nd, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

October 5, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

Macatawa Area Express Transportation Authority

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DESCRIPTION

A government authority in Holland, Michigan, seeks a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive third-party accounting services for a three-year contract period. Required services include general ledger management, financial statement preparation, grant and Federal Transit Administration funds accounting, compliance reporting, audit preparation and single audit support, payroll and employee benefits administration, and related systems and advisory support.

The selected provider will deliver technical accounting expertise to support informed financial decision-making; recommend accounting system and ERP configurations and internal controls; prepare year-end audit schedules and supporting workpapers; assist with audit findings and corrective action plans; monitor and advise on cash and investment accounts; and perform bank and account reconciliations. Questions must be submitted by October 5, 2026, and proposals are due by October 12, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: This RFP closed on October 12, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $350,000 – $500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Macatawa Area Express Transportation Authority. The work is located in Holland, Michigan, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Public-sector accounting and financial management firm
Experience with grant accounting, FTA funds, and compliance reporting
Expertise in audit preparation, single audits, and corrective action planning
Capability to manage payroll, employee benefits, reconciliations, and cash accounts
Knowledge of accounting systems, ERP configuration, and internal controls

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