FY26 Request for Proposal - For External Audit Services- Efficiency Audits of State Agencies

The Texas State Auditor’s Office is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide external efficiency audit services for state agencies scheduled for review during the 2028-2029 Sunset Advisory Commission cycle. The scope encompasses evaluating the economy, efficiency, and effectiveness of selected agencies’ operations in accordance with Chapter 327 of the Texas Government Code and Government Auditing Standards. Proposers may submit for auditing a single agency, multiple agencies, or all agencies listed in the solicitation. The contract awarded will initially cover audits for the 2028-2029 cycle, with the possibility of extension at the SAO’s discretion based on contractor performance, to include audits required prior to subsequent Sunset review cycles. The anticipated contract value ranges from $500,000 to $5,000,000, with deliverables including draft reports due by August 31, 2026, and final reports aligned with legislative standards and formatting requirements. The procurement process emphasizes evaluating proposers based on their independence, qualifications, experience in efficiency audits, and the reasonableness of proposed costs. The solicitation details comprehensive instructions for proposal submission, including organizational structure, required sections, and formatting standards, with proposals due by December 5, 2025. The contract will incorporate standard contractual clauses and references to Attachments A and B, which contain the Standard Contract and Statement of Work, respectively. The work involves conducting on-site audits across Texas agencies, preparing detailed reports with executive summaries, data visualizations, and compliance with applicable standards. Oversight and acceptance of deliverables will be managed by the SAO at its Austin office, with the work subject to review under the Government Auditing Standards and Texas Government Code provisions. The solicitation also specifies personnel qualifications, subcontracting requirements, conflict of interest disclosures, and cybersecurity training compliance, ensuring integrity and independence in the audit process.