About this opportunity
AI summaryThe Housing Authority of the City of Dallas, Texas (DHA) requests competitive sealed proposals from qualified onshore U.S. companies to provide offsite audit and tax return services for its component units and business activities starting with Fiscal Year FYE 12/31/2026. Interested firms must submit all inquiries no later than November 18, 2026. Firms must submit electronic proposals through DHA's online portal by 2:00 p.m. on November 26, 2026, as DHA will reject late submissions and does not accept mailed, emailed, delivered, or faxed responses. DHA evaluates proposals based on audit plan design (up to 20 points), qualifications and experience (up to 50 points), price considerations (up to 25 points), and proposal quality (up to 5 points).
Buyer and opportunity details
- Client
- The Housing Authority of the City of Dallas, Texas
- Solicitation No.
- RFP-2026-49
Scope of work
- Financial statement audits in accordance with GAAS and OMB Circular A-133
- Tax return preparation and filings (IRS Forms 990, 1065, or 1120, and Franchise Tax)
- Audit and tax return services conforming to IRC Section 42 for LIHTC properties
- HUD Uniform Financial Reporting Standards (UFRS) REAC electronic reporting
- Assistance in applying GAAP and HUD accounting requirements and evaluating internal controls
- Providing management letters detailing comments on compliance and internal control improvements
- Delivery of draft audit reports and tax returns by February 15th of the subsequent year
- Submission of five bound copies, one unbound copy, and electronic versions of all issued reports
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Audit Plan Design | 20 |
| Qualifications and Experience | 50 |
| Price Considerations | 25 |
| Quality of Proposal | 5 |
Minimum qualifications
- Qualified firm with credentials, licensing, and certifications to perform professional auditing and tax services
- Experience with non-profit and governmental agencies
- Ability to comply with GAAS, AICPA, and OMB Circular A-133 standards
- Ability to comply with IRC Section 42 for LIHTC properties and HUD REAC electronic reporting requirements
Documents to include with your response
- Summary of qualifications, experience, credentials, licensing, and certifications
- Proposed Fee Schedule
- Business References
- Non-Collusive Affidavit
- Conflict of Interest Questionnaire
- Profile of Firm
- Minority Business Status
- Section 3 Program Certification
- Equal Employment Opportunity form
- HUD Form 50071 and Texas Government Code Chapter 2271 & 2274 Certification
Key dates
- RFP Issue Date
- October 30,2026
- Deadline for Receipt of written Questions
- November 18, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.
- Response to written questions
- November 23 , 2026
- Proposal Due Date
- November 26, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.
- Estimated Contract Award Date
- December 15, 2026
- Audit Start Date
- January 15, 2027
How to submit
- Method
- Electronic via online portal
- Instructions
- Submitted electronically through DHA's online bidding platform at https://dhantx.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities. Mailed, emailed, or delivered submissions including facsimile will not be accepted.
Contract details
- Term
- 3 year contract with an option to renew the contract for an additional 2 year extension
- Insurance and bonding
- Commercial General Liability, Workers Compensation (Texas listed in Item 3A/3C, carrier rated A-: VII or better), Automobile Liability, and Professional Liability insurance with waiver of subrogation in favor of DHA.
- Funding
- HUD