MCD-FIN-RFP-FY26-003 - Forensic Audit and Internal Controls Assessment

The City of McDonough, Georgia is seeking qualified firms to perform a forensic audit and internal controls assessment of its equipment and asset accountability systems under solicitation MCD-FIN-RFP-FY26-003, with a response deadline of June 12, 2026. The scope of work requires a comprehensive review of inventory records, asset custody practices, and internal control effectiveness, with all activities guided by Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) as issued by the U.S. Government Accountability Office. Proposals must include a detailed work plan, project schedule, qualifications of assigned personnel, and evidence of GAGAS compliance, along with mandatory attachments such as a cost proposal form, conflict of interest disclosure, E-Verify compliance affidavit, drug-free workplace certification, and eligibility certification. Evaluation will be based on a combination of factors including forensic audit experience, technical methodology, personnel qualifications, organizational capacity, past performance, and cost, with award made to the proposal offering the best overall value rather than the lowest price. The contract will be awarded as a firm-fixed-price arrangement, with terms requiring the consultant to maintain independence, avoid conflicts of interest, and not be suspended or debarred from government contracting. Insurance requirements mandate minimum coverage of $1 million in commercial general liability, professional liability, and cyber liability, as well as statutory workers’ compensation under Georgia law. Performance is limited to the City of McDonough, Georgia, with all work conducted at City facilities, and deliverables must be submitted in both sealed hard copy and a single PDF on USB drive, with no electronic or digital submissions accepted beyond this format. The Consultant is an independent contractor and must indemnify the City against claims arising from negligence, errors, or breaches of contract, with obligations surviving contract termination. Subcontracting requires prior written approval, and key personnel must be approved by the City. The Agreement commences upon City Council approval and may include automatic renewal upon mutual consent. Special provisions extend to adherence to Georgia’s Drug-Free Workplace Act and requirements for W-9 submission, with no CAGE or UEI code explicitly required at proposal stage. All contractual modifications must be in writing and signed by authorized representatives; verbal instructions are not binding. The City retains full authority for inspection, acceptance, and oversight, with final deliverables including draft and final findings, executive summaries, and supporting workpapers. No specific funding identifiers, payment office details, or electronic invoicing systems are specified; invoices must simply meet the City’s documentation standards.