Opportunity
Houston Independent School District Ionwave #26-04-02
Houston ISD Solicitation for Independent Auditor Services for Annual Financial Audit
Posted
April 07, 2026
Respond By
April 24, 2026
Identifier
26-04-02
NAICS
541211
Houston Independent School District (HISD) is seeking qualified firms or individuals to provide Independent Auditor services for its Annual Financial Audit. - Government Buyer: - Houston Independent School District (HISD) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named, as this is a professional services solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Independent Auditor services for the district's annual financial audit - Quantity: 1 engagement per year - No part numbers apply (professional service) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Compliance with HISD's liability insurance requirements - Participation in the Minority/Women Owned Business Enterprises (MWBE) Program - Submission of required forms: HUB Participation Plan, Certificate of Insurance, Certificate of Interested Parties, W-9, Conflict of Interest, Reference Survey, Criminal History Background Check, Pre-Employment/Pre-Service Affidavit, Fingerprint Appointment Registration - Data Privacy Agreement required if handling student data - Background checks and fingerprinting for personnel - Period of Performance: - Initial term: July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 - Two automatic annual renewals possible, not to extend beyond June 30, 2029 - Possible 90-day extension for business continuity - Place of Performance: - Houston Independent School District, Houston, TX
Description
The Houston Independent School District (HISD) is soliciting statements of qualifications from qualified individuals or organizations to serve as the Independent Auditor for the Annual Financial Audit. The contract term is from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with two automatic annual renewals not to exceed June 30, 2029. The selected vendor(s) will become HISD Approved Vendors upon Board approval. A virtual pre-proposal conference is scheduled for April 13, 2026, and questions must be submitted by April 16, 2026.