PUR-1068 Independent Auditing Services 2008 - RFP.doc

The document is a Request for Submittals regarding Qualifications & Experience/Technical Proposals and Price Proposals for Independent Auditing Services for Washington County, Maryland. The Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified firms of certified public accountants to audit the financial statements for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2008, with the option for subsequent years. The audit is to be performed in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards and specific auditing standards outlined in the document. The auditor is required to issue various reports on the financial statements, compliance, internal controls, and additional services related to the audit. The document also outlines the scope of work, the nature of services required, the auditing standards to be followed, and the description of the government entity. The County's financial reporting functions are centralized, and it has various funds and entities included in its financial statements. Interested firms are required to submit their proposals by a specified deadline, and the County emphasizes the importance of utilizing Disadvantaged Business Enterprises for its services.