Annual External Financial Audit Services

The City of Orlando is seeking a qualified public accounting firm to perform the annual external financial audit of the City’s financial statements for fiscal years ending September 30, 2028‑2030. The audit must comply with GAAP, Government Auditing Standards, Florida statutes, and Uniform Guidance requirements, and include multiple reports (financial statements, compliance, internal control, federal award compliance, etc.). The contract is a three‑year award with optional two‑year extensions, valued at roughly $230‑$260 K per year. The firm will coordinate with the City’s Accounting and Control Division, have read‑only access to Workday, and must attend audit board meetings and possibly present the ACFR. Key dates include a non‑mandatory pre‑proposal conference (Nov 5, 2026), question deadline (Nov 19, 2026), and proposal submission deadline (Dec 7, 2026). • Perform full‑scope audit of City’s ACFR for FY 2028‑2030 • Issue required audit reports (financial, compliance, internal control, etc.) • Meet GAAP, GAGAS, Florida Single Audit Act, Uniform Guidance, and other statutes • Begin fieldwork July 1 each audit year; final ACFR due March 15 • Provide up to 400 hours of City staff support; attend audit board meetings • Contract term: 3 years (possible extensions to 5 years) • Estimated annual fee ~ $230‑$260 K (based on prior years) • Mandatory licensing: CPA firm licensed in Florida • Submission via City’s e‑procurement portal; pre‑proposal conference virtual