Agreement for Professional Services for Financial Auditing Services V1

West Basin Municipal Water District is seeking proposals from qualified certified public accounting firms to perform comprehensive financial-statement audits for three consecutive fiscal years, starting with the year ending June 30, 2026, with an option to extend for two additional years. The selected auditor must adhere to a rigorous set of standards including Generally Accepted Auditing Standards, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Government Auditing Standards issued by the U.S. Government Accountability Office, federal grant compliance requirements under the Single Audit Act and OMB, Government Accounting Standards Board standards, and the California State Controller’s Minimum Audit Requirements for Special Districts. This ensures the audit process meets both federal and state regulatory guidelines as well as best practices in accounting and auditing. The contract solicitation was posted on March 16, 2026, with responses due by April 14, 2026, and is managed through the Finance agency located in Carson, California. The engagement requires the auditor to provide thorough financial examination and reporting services in line with West Basin's commitment to transparency and accountability. West Basin’s prior annual comprehensive financial reports are publicly available online, offering audit firms insight into the District’s financial operations and reporting history. Contacts for this solicitation include the Accounting Supervisor and the Contracts & Procurement Specialist I, who are available for inquiries. The contract emphasizes professional standards, compliance, and detailed administrative oversight similar to other professional and supply service agreements maintained by West Basin, which uphold strict indemnification, confidentiality, compensation, and insurance provisions to safeguard the District’s interests throughout the contractual relationship.