Opportunity
Port of San Diego PlanetBids #26-14MA
San Diego Unified Port District Seeks External Audit Services for Financial and Compliance Audits
Posted
May 13, 2026
Respond By
June 24, 2026
Identifier
26-14MA
NAICS
541211
The San Diego Unified Port District is seeking proposals for comprehensive external audit services to ensure financial transparency and compliance. - Government Buyer: - San Diego Unified Port District, Procurement Services - Scope of Services: - Annual audit of the District's financial statements as required by the Port Act - Compliance audits of federal and state funded programs under OMB Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200, Subpart F) - Special audits and general consultation on financial reporting matters as requested - Preparation of management letters addressing internal controls and compliance - Presentations and reports to the Audit Oversight Committee - Notable Requirements: - Audits must be conducted by independent Certified Public Accountants in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards - All work papers and reports must be retained and made available for three years after issuance - Emphasis on proposer qualifications, experience, ADA enhancements, and small business participation - Annual rate escalations of 3% for years 2 through 5 - Vendors and OEMs: - Several interested firms, including KPMG LLP, Crowe LLP, Davis Farr LLP, Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker LLC, and others - Place of Performance: - San Diego Unified Port District offices and the cities of Chula Vista, Coronado, Imperial Beach, National City, and San Diego, California - Contract Term: - Five-year term anticipated to begin March 1, 2027, with annual deliverables and presentations
Description
This solicitation is for external audit services for the San Diego Unified Port District. The scope includes the annual audit of financial statements as required by the Port Act, audit of Federal and State Funded Programs under the Office of Management and Budget Uniform Guidance, and special audit and general consultation on financial reporting matters as needed. The project is in the bidding stage with a pre-bid meeting scheduled for May 21, 2026, and proposals due by June 24, 2026. The contract is anticipated to start on March 1, 2027, and includes a term of 5 years.