Nunnavut Tenders #2026-30

Independent Audit Services for 27 Nunavut District Education Authorities

The Government of Nunavut is seeking independent audit firms to conduct financial statement and compliance audits for 27 District Education Authorities (DEAs) across the Kivalliq, Kitikmeot, and Qikiqtani regions. - Government Buyer: - Government of Nunavut, Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (on behalf of Department of Education) - Procurement Services Office, Iqaluit - Scope of Work: - Financial statement and compliance audits for 27 DEAs - Preparation of financial statements based on existing records - Audits must comply with Canadian Auditing Standards and Public Sector Accounting Standards - Assessment of compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and funding agreements - Excludes bookkeeping or accounting clean-up - Service Requirements: - Auditor independence is mandatory - Proponents must demonstrate qualifications and Inuit labor engagement - Pricing must be submitted per DEA and fiscal year - Period of Performance: - Three-year base contract (fiscal years ending June 30, 2026–2028) - Two optional one-year renewals at the government's discretion - Final audited financial statements due by December 31 each year - Locations: - Audits cover DEAs in the Kivalliq, Kitikmeot, and Qikiqtani regions, including communities such as Arviat, Baker Lake, Cambridge Bay, Iqaluit, and others - Contracting office located in Iqaluit, Nunavut - No specific OEMs or product vendors are involved; this is a professional services solicitation for audit firms

Description

The Government of Nunavut is seeking proposals from independent, qualified audit firms to perform financial statement and compliance audits for 27 District Education Authorities (DEAs) across the Kivalliq, Kitikmeot, and Qikiqtani regions. The audits aim to obtain an independent opinion on the fairness of financial statements and assess compliance with applicable legislation, policies, and funding agreements. The engagement is limited to audit services, including preparation of financial statements based on existing records, but excludes bookkeeping or accounting clean-up work. Proponents must register on the Nunavut Tenders website to receive addenda and updates.

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