External Audit Services

The San Mateo County Community College District is seeking qualified vendors to provide external audit services through a competitive solicitation process under Government Code Section 53060. The RFP, numbered 86978, was posted on November 4, 2025, with proposals due by December 4, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the District’s PlanetBids portal, with no formal public bid opening scheduled. The scope of work involves conducting independent financial and compliance audits in accordance with applicable standards, with deliverables including comprehensive audit reports and findings to ensure the district’s financial transparency and regulatory compliance. The contract value is estimated to range between $50,000 and $200,000, though specific pricing details are contained within attachments accessible through the portal. The procurement emphasizes adherence to the full scope outlined in the RFP and its attachments, which detail submission procedures, evaluation criteria, and contractual requirements. While the full text of contract clauses, evaluation factors, and special requirements are not included in the available documents, they are integral parts of the complete RFP package. The process is governed by relevant legal provisions, and the selected vendor will be responsible for delivering high-quality audit services within the specified performance period. All proposal submissions and related communications are to be handled electronically through the designated portal, ensuring a streamlined and transparent procurement process.