About this opportunity
AI summaryThe City of Salem seeks proposals from New Jersey Registered Municipal Accountants (RMAs) or firms with RMAs on staff to serve as Municipal Auditor. The selected auditor will prepare the city's annual audit and year-end financial statements, attend meetings as requested, and consult with the Chief Financial Officer on the annual budget and related reporting matters. Eligible applicants must have at least two fully licensed New Jersey RMAs in good standing and at least three years of experience auditing a New Jersey municipality. Applicants must submit three copies of their proposal, with one marked original, to the Office of the City Clerk by 10:00 a.m. on November 19, 2026, or digitally as permitted. The contract term runs from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2027, subject to early termination by the City Council. The primary RMA's hourly rate cannot exceed $208.00, and the city's calendar year 2026 auditing budget was approximately $63,000.00. The Mayor and Common Council will evaluate proposals based on responsiveness, experience, qualifications, availability, and office resources.
Buyer and opportunity details
- Client
- City of Salem
Scope of work
- Serves as Municipal Auditor for the City of Salem
- Attends meetings with City Council, City Officials, or Mayor as requested
- Interfaces closely on a regular basis with the City Chief Financial Officer
- Preparation of the City annual audit and year-end financial statements in accordance with applicable laws and regulations
- Acts as a consultant to the Chief Financial Officer regarding annual budget preparation, budget issues, and financial and reporting matters
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Responsiveness to the Qualification Evaluation and other required submissions | Not specified |
| General experience and reputation in the field | Not specified |
| Specific experience/knowledge of the City of Salem and the subject matter to be addressed under the Contract | Not specified |
| Qualifications and experience which most closely match the needs of the City | Not specified |
| Availability to accommodate meeting and interface requirements with the Mayor and City Council and City Officials | Not specified |
| Office resources, including backup staff, which are deemed most adequate to service the needs of the City | Not specified |
| Applicant deemed otherwise most advantageous based on all information submitted or gathered | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Must have at least 2 available fully licensed and in good standing as a New Jersey RMA
- Minimum 3 years of experience as an auditor for a New Jersey municipality
Documents to include with your response
- Resume and/or other documentation demonstrating compliance with Minimum Requirements
- Qualification Evaluation narrative responses
- Firm customary rate schedule for municipal clients
- List of public entities/agencies presently served as auditor with term, contact person, and phone number
- Signed Pay to Play forms
- Combined Certification: Prohibited Activities in Russia and Belarus & Investment Activities in Iran form
Key dates
- Proposals due
- on or before 10:00 a.m. on November 19, 2026
- Public opening
- 10:00 a.m. on November 19, 2026
- Contract start
- January 1 st , 2027
How to submit
- Method
- Hard copy
- Instructions
- Submit reply to the Office of the City Clerk at 125 West Broadway, Salem, New Jersey 08079. Provide three copies of your proposal with one clearly marked Original.
Contract details
- Term
- January 1 st , 2027 to December 31 st , 2027 (may be terminated at any time by City Council)
- Estimated value
- Hourly rate not to exceed $208.00; calendar year 2026 auditing budget was approximately $63,000.00