Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES

Buyer is seeking an independent CPA firm to perform external auditing services for financial statements ending June 30, 2026. This is a one-year contract with an option for four additional one-year renewals. The audit must be performed in accordance with standards from GAO, GASB, AICPA, and state regulations. Services include auditing various funds, providing financial statements, and presenting findings to the Board of Education.

• 4/25/2025 - RFP Questions Due
• 4/29/2025 - Addendum with Answers to Questions
• 5/20/2025 - Proposal Due Date
• 5/27/2025 - Potential Interviews
• 7/1/2025 - Anticipated Award Date
• 7/1/2025 - Contract Start

• Independent, qualified, experienced Certified Public Accountants
• Properly licensed to practice in New York State
• Meet CPE requirements of GAO and NY State Education Department
• Sufficient size to ensure stability, responsiveness and timeliness

• Audit financial statements in accordance with GAAP and GAAS
• Perform tests of accounting records and other necessary procedures
• Conduct interim fieldwork throughout the school year
• Provide financial statements and Management Letter with recommendations
• Audit Government Grants in compliance with federal/state regulations
• Present findings to the Board of Education at public meeting
• Report irregularities and illegal acts immediately in writing
• Complete fieldwork between April 30th and August 27th
• Deliver audit reports by September 30th
• Maintain working papers for minimum of six years