Bid guide
How to bid on Audit and Forensic Audit Services for Madison County
What Madison County is buying
Madison County, Iowa is looking for certified public accounting and forensic accounting firms. The work is split into two parts: first, the annual audit for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. Second, the county needs forensic auditing, financial reconstruction, and an internal control review. This second part relates to county financial records and issues found in previous audits, which may also affect the 2025 audit.
This opportunity is for firms with expertise in both standard financial audits and specialized forensic accounting investigations.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on June 26, 2026. The deadline for submitting your proposal is August 24, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.
Proposals received after the deadline will likely not be considered, so it is important to submit your response well in advance.
Who this opportunity suits
This request for proposals is suitable for certified public accounting firms and forensic accounting firms. You should have experience in government accounting, annual audits, and forensic financial investigations. Firms with a strong background in internal control reviews and financial reconstruction will be well-suited for this work.
The relevant category for this work is professional services, specifically accounting and auditing.
How to respond
To access the bid documents and instructions, you need to go to the State of Iowa Bid Opportunities board. The specific posting is identified as Madison062426RFP. You can view the posting and its associated documents publicly without needing an account.
Once you have reviewed all the materials, follow the specific instructions on the posting for submitting your proposal before the August 24, 2026 deadline.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
When preparing your proposal, clearly address both parts of the requested services: the annual audit and the forensic audit/internal control review. Detail your firm's experience with similar government entities and specific expertise in forensic accounting, financial reconstruction, and internal control assessments.
Highlight the qualifications of the key personnel who would be assigned to this project, including their certifications and relevant experience. Ensure your proposal is well-organized, easy to read, and directly responds to all requirements outlined in the solicitation documents. Double-check all calculations and ensure your proposed fees are clearly presented.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Madison County; the original posting controls.