External Audit Services

The vendor is required to provide external audit services for during the 2028-2029 cycle.
- Each efficiency audit must:
•    Address all statutory elements of an efficiency audit in chapter 327, code; 
•    Examine whether state resources are used effectively and efficiently to achieve intended outcomes and whether they are used for purposes other than those goals; 
•    Identify and recommend cost savings and reallocation of resources to improve effectiveness of audited programs; 
•    Identify opportunities for improved services through consolidation of functions, outsourcing, or elimination of duplicative efforts; and 
•    Provide conclusions, findings and recommendations in a report prepared in accordance with, code, in the format and style prescribed by the office, no later than august 31, 2026.
- Requirements
•    The audit scope and provide oversight of each efficiency audit. 
•    External auditor(s) must prepare a report in the format and style prescribed by the office. 
•    Reports must:
o    Be written with the legislature as the primary audience;
o    Be concise and include an executive summary not to exceed two pages;
o    Use clear visual representations (charts, graphs, tables, etc.); and
o    Follow office formatting and editorial standards.
•    External auditor(s) will coordinate with office staff throughout the engagement, including interim briefings and draft reports.

- Contract Period/Term: 5 years
- Questions/Inquires Deadline: November 10, 2025