Auditing Services for City of Apopka and Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)

The City of Apopka is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide professional auditing services for its financial statements, including those of the Community Redevelopment Agency. The contract aims to ensure compliance with Florida Statutes Section 218.39, which mandates an annual independent financial audit of city accounts and records. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the City’s OpenGov procurement portal by 2:00 pm on September 4, 2025, with late submissions not accepted. While fee considerations will play a role in the evaluation process, the selection will primarily focus on the firm's personnel, experience, capacity to deliver the required services, and the proposed audit approach. The contract size is estimated to range between $50,000 and $150,000, and the project is managed by the City’s Finance Department, with Suzanne Siu serving as the primary contact. The solicitation emphasizes the importance of a comprehensive and qualified response, with evaluation criteria including the firm’s experience, personnel expertise, and approach to conducting the audit. Supporting documents include references to relevant ordinances, financial reports, and budget documents, although these do not form part of the solicitation specifics. The contract will require adherence to insurance standards similar to those outlined in other municipal agreements, such as maintaining coverage from licensed insurers with appropriate ratings, providing Certificates of Insurance, and complying with workers' compensation and liability requirements. Overall, the project seeks a capable auditing firm to ensure transparency, accuracy, and compliance with applicable legal and financial standards for the City of Apopka.