Professional Municipal Auditing Services

The Town of Derry, NH issued an RFP for Professional Municipal Auditing Services covering FY 2026 (with optional extensions through FY 2030). The scope includes a full financial and compliance audit, preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), Single Audit if required, MS‑535 state reporting, internal‑control assessments, and a management letter. CBIZ CPA’s, the incumbent auditor, was recommended for award based on its long‑standing relationship with the town, pricing, and capability to meet the detailed deliverables. The contract is structured as a three‑year base term with the possibility of two one‑year renewals. - Audit scope: financial statements, compliance, internal‑control report, ACFR, Single Audit, MS‑535, management letter, and one presentation to the Fiscal Committee/Town Council. - Deliverables: 24 bound copies + electronic copy of each report, working papers retention for three years, and ongoing advisory support. - Timeline: proposals due 13 Feb 2026, field work in Q4 FY 2026, draft report within 4‑5 months of FY end, final reports within 4‑6 months of FY end. - Vendor selection: CBIZ CPA’s recommended; bid amounts show FY 2026 total $100,000 with optional future years increasing to $209,700 (FY 2027‑28) and $223,300 (FY 2029‑30).