When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 6, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 29, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $50,000 – $150,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by City of Ashland. The work is located in Ashland, Missouri, United States.

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Financial, Legal, HR & Staffing

Ashland, Missouri, United StatesPosted: October 6, 2026Deadline: November 6, 2026

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SUMMARY

The City of Ashland, Missouri is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide annual financial audit services for a five-year contract period.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Firm and engagement partner must be licensed and in good standing to practice public accounting in Missouri
Firm must be independent of the City under all applicable professional standards
Firm must maintain a system of quality management and provide the most recent peer review report
Firm must maintain professional liability/errors and omissions insurance
Engagement must be performed by a Certified Public Accountant experienced in municipal auditing
Must comply with 2024 revision of Government Auditing Standards for GAGAS engagements

BUDGET

Estimate

$50,000 – $150,000

CONTRACT DURATION

60 months

TIMELINE

October 6, 2026: Issue Date

October 29, 2026: Deadline for questions

November 6, 2026: Proposal submission deadline

June 1, 2027: Earliest date to commence examination

September 30, 2027: Final deliverables due for fiscal year ending April 30, 2027

QUESTION DEADLINE

October 29, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

City of Ashland

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DESCRIPTION

The City of Ashland, Missouri is requesting proposals for independent financial audit services. The scope includes an audit of the City's financial statements, evaluation of internal controls, testing of compliance with laws and regulations, and preparation or assistance with the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). The engagement must be performed by a Certified Public Accountant experienced in municipal auditing in accordance with GAAS, GAGAS, and the Single Audit Act. The contract term is five years, with the first audit covering the fiscal year ending April 30, 2027.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due November 6, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 29, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $50,000 – $150,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by City of Ashland. The work is located in Ashland, Missouri, United States.

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