About this opportunity
AI summaryThe Town of Kentville invites proposals from qualified public accounting firms to provide external audit services for the Town of Kentville and the Kentville Water Commission. The selected independent auditor must deliver efficient audit services, communicate findings in a practical manner, and provide technical guidance on municipal financial reporting and emerging Public Sector Accounting Standards. The contract term covers four fiscal year ends from 2027 through 2030, with offsite performance. Only Canadian organizations are eligible to submit proposals. Mandatory submissions include proposal requirements, a fee proposal excluding HST, and a completed fee schedule with firm annual quotations. Inquiries must be submitted in writing by November 5, 2026. Final proposals are due by November 16, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Atlantic Time.
Buyer and opportunity details
- Client
- Town of Kentville
- Solicitation No.
- TOK2026-25
Scope of work
- External audit services for Town of Kentville and Kentville Water Commission for fiscal year ends 2027 through 2030
- Town of Kentville Consolidated Financial Statements including Auditor's Report
- Kentville Water Commission non-consolidated Statements including Auditor's Report
- Management and Internal Control Letter
- Provide technical guidance on municipal financial reporting and emerging Public Sector Accounting Standards consistent with auditor independence
- Provide proposed adjustments, audit findings, and final deliverables
- Issue signed reports and final letters in sufficient time to meet requirements
- Ancillary services including special-purpose audit engagements or consultations on complex accounting matters if requested
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Municipal Experience and Qualifications | Not specified |
| Audit Team and Availability | Not specified |
| Audit Approach and Methodology | Not specified |
| Fee proposal | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Registered as Municipal Auditors pursuant to the Municipal Government Act (MGA 42(1))
- Qualified public accounting firm
- Demonstrated municipal and public-sector audit experience, including experience with water utilities
- Knowledge of FRAM and Nova Scotia municipal reporting requirements
- Team members with relevant professional designations and municipal, PSAS, FRAM, and utility reporting experience
- Availability during the required June and July period
- Demonstrated financial stability and regulatory agency approval or registration as needed
- Ability to maintain auditor independence
Documents to include with your response
- Proposal on company letterhead duly signed by an authorized official
- Section 9 - Proposal Requirements submission
- Section 10 - Fee Proposal
- Appendix A - Fee Schedule
- Conflict of interest disclosure
- Written acknowledgement of all addenda
Key dates
- Issue Date
- October 30, 2026
- Questions Deadline
- November 5, 2026
- Submission Deadline
- November 16, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Atlantic Time
- Anticipated Selection Notification
- no later than January 31, 2026
- Terms and Conditions Irrevocable Through
- midnight January 31, 2026
How to submit
- Method
- Instructions
- Submitted via email to the Director of Finance at [email protected] with email subject including TOK2026-25 External Audit Services. Must be on company letterhead duly signed by an authorized official.
Contract details
- Term
- Fiscal year ends 2027 through 2030
- Insurance and bonding
- Commercial General Liability Insurance of no less than $10,000,000 per occurrence naming Town of Kentville as additional insured; Automobile insurance of no less than $5,000,000 Third Party Liability; Professional Liability (Errors and Omissions) Insurance of not less than $5,000,000 per claim.