Financial Audit

Stoughton Public Schools is soliciting proposals under solicitation number BD-25-1328-SPSGE-3467-133909 for a Massachusetts-licensed CPA firm to conduct a comprehensive financial audit, agreed-upon procedures engagement, and forensic review. The scope of work covers the period from July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2026, and includes an evaluation of internal controls to prevent fraud and misappropriation, a compliance review against Massachusetts General Laws, Department of Elementary and Secondary Education requirements, and Chapter 30B procurement laws, and a forensic analysis using data analytics and transaction tracing. The selected firm must provide a comprehensive written report for the School Committee and the public. Qualified bidders must possess at least ten years of experience in governmental auditing or forensic accounting for Massachusetts municipalities and K-12 districts. Proposals are due by October 16, 2026, and must be submitted as sealed physical documents consisting of a technical proposal and a separate fee proposal, along with signed non-collusion and tax compliance forms. Evaluation will be based on the firm's expertise in governmental fund accounting, municipal assessments, and public-sector payroll. The awarded contract will require the firm to maintain strict confidentiality and comply with Massachusetts public-records requirements.