Auditing & Tax Services

The University of Kansas has issued a solicitation for Auditing and Tax Services, with a posted date of November 22, 2024, and a response deadline of December 20, 2024. The contract, valued between $500,000 and $2,000,000, falls under NAICS code 541211 and is designated for the State and Local Government Education (SLED) sector. Interested vendors are instructed to review key materials including the RFP Snapshot, Scope of Work, and Instructions located in the Attachments tab, which provide high-level evaluation criteria, detailed service requirements, and submission guidelines. The process involves working through the ION WAVE platform, with responses primarily focused on the Attributes tab, and key milestones documented in the Activities tab. All mandatory fields marked with a red star must be completed to ensure successful bid submission. The primary point of contact is Ramia Whitecotton, reachable via email and phone, with technical support available through Rob Kottenbrock or ION WAVE support during business hours. Supporting documents include detailed cost proposal worksheets for audit, tax, and transportation projects, as well as policies for travel and expense reimbursement, emphasizing reasonableness and prior approval for travel costs such as airfare, lodging, and meals. Additional attachments cover strategic partnership opportunities, bid instructions, and recent addenda clarifying bidding procedures and scope modifications. The solicitation emphasizes compliance with KU’s procurement policies, encourages strategic collaborations, and provides comprehensive guidance to bidders to facilitate transparent and competitive proposals. The overall objective is to select qualified vendors capable of delivering high-quality auditing and tax services within the specified financial and procedural parameters, fostering a mutually beneficial relationship aligned with the university’s operational and strategic goals.