How to bid on financial statement audits for the Kenton County Airport Board

What the board is buying

The Kenton County Airport Board seeks a qualified certified public accounting firm to audit its financial statements for calendar years 2027, 2028, and 2029. The RFP includes options for audits in 2030 and 2031.

The engagement also includes separate Year One services to help prepare and issue the board’s first Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for 2027. This may suit firms with relevant audit experience and the capabilities to support ACFR preparation.

Key date and deadline

The RFP was published October 8, 2026. Proposals are due October 29, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET.

The description says proposals received after the deadline will not be accepted unless KCAB extends the date or time through an addendum. It does not provide specific question or proposal deadlines beyond the stated response deadline.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is for a qualified certified public accounting firm that provides financial statement auditing services. Firms should assess whether they can handle the multi-year audit engagement and the separate ACFR assistance for 2027.

How to access and respond

Use “View original source” to open the opportunity in OpenGov Procurement. The portal may show a brief security check on the first visit; let it finish for the project page to load.

Sign in or create a free vendor account to download plans, ask questions, join the planholders list, and submit a response. OpenGov also sends addenda notices. Submit before the stated deadline.

Prepare a clear, responsive proposal

Review the complete solicitation and any addenda in OpenGov before preparing your response. Check the portal for official instructions, required forms, evaluation details, and any updates; do not rely only on the summary.

Explain your firm’s relevant financial audit experience and how your team would address both the recurring audits and the first-year ACFR assistance. Map your response to the solicitation’s requested information, check all required materials, and leave time to submit before 2:00 PM ET.