Bid guide
How to bid on External Auditing Services for the City of Richmond Government
What the City of Richmond is buying
The City of Richmond, Virginia, is looking for professional services for external auditing and accounting. This includes an annual audit of the City's financial reports, such as the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Single Audit. The selected firm will also audit reports presented to the Auditor of Public Accounts.
Beyond the annual audits, the City requires ongoing advice and consultation on financial accounting, reporting, and operational matters. This is a competitive bid opportunity for qualified firms.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on July 10, 2026. The deadline for submitting proposals is August 10, 2026, at 8:00 AM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.
Missing the deadline means your proposal will not be considered. Make sure to allow enough time to complete your submission through the eVA portal.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for professional services firms specializing in auditing and accounting. Firms with experience in government financial reporting, particularly for municipal entities, will find this a good fit. The work involves annual audits and ongoing financial consultation.
The solicitation is open to qualified firms capable of providing comprehensive external auditing services.
How to respond
To access the full details and respond, you need to use the eVA portal, Virginia's eProcurement portal. The solicitation number is 124156.
You can view the posting publicly without an account. To submit a response, you will need to sign in with a free eVA vendor account. Ensure your account is set up and active before the deadline.
Practical tips for a competitive response
When preparing your proposal, clearly outline your firm's experience with government auditing and financial reporting standards. Highlight any specific experience with Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports and Single Audits.
Detail your approach to providing ongoing advice and consultation. Emphasize your team's qualifications and capacity to handle the scope of services required. Ensure all required documents are complete and submitted through the eVA portal well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
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 City of Richmond Government; the original posting controls.