Emergency Procurement – Independent Audit Services

This contract represents an emergency procurement by Northeastern Technical College for a professional audit of the college’s annual financial statements. The college engaged Mauldin & Jenkins to perform the audit in accordance with GAAS and GAGAS, allocating $47,500 for the services. The emergency nature of the procurement bypasses standard competitive bidding procedures, and the award was made directly to the vendor. • Scope of work: Independent audit services covering the college’s fiscal year, meeting both Generally Accepted Auditing Standards and Government Auditing Standards. • Procurement method: Emergency sole‑source award under South Carolina Code Ann. §11‑35‑1570. • Financial terms: Fixed‑price contract valued at $47,500, payable to Mauldin & Jenkins. • Points of contact: Agency procurement manager Jesse Chapman (email [email protected], phone (843) 921‑6946). • Protest protocol: Notices of protest directed to the Materials Management Officer via email ([email protected]) or to 1333 Main Street, Suite 700, Columbia, SC 29201.