The City of Port Arthur is seeking a qualified firm of certified public accountants to audit its financial statements for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, with the option of auditing its financial statements for each of the four subsequent fiscal years. The audit shall be performed in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards as set forth by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. The City has a total payroll of approximately $44 million covering 758 employees and receives financial assistance from various federal and state programs. The selected firm will be required to express an opinion on the fair presentation of the City's financial statements, internal control structure, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. • The City serves an area of 87.96 square miles with a population of 55,498. • The City has 17 departments and provides a full range of municipal services. • The accounting and financial reporting functions of the City are centralized. • The City has no internal audit function. • The City participates in various pension plans, including the Texas Municipal Retirement System and the Port Arthur Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund. • The City has a Retiree Health Insurance Program and related OPEB Trust.