University Of Central Arkansas Uark #RFP260713

External Audit Services for University of Arkansas System Public Radio Stations

The University of Arkansas System is seeking a qualified firm to provide external audit services for its National Public Radio stations. - Government Buyer: - University of Arkansas System, Audit and Fiscal Responsibility Committee - Services Requested: - External audit services for KUAF-FM (Fayetteville) and KLRE-FM/KUAR-FM (Little Rock) - Audits must comply with U.S. generally accepted auditing standards, Government Accounting Standards, and Section 396 of the U.S. Communications Act - Deliverables include an audit opinion on financial statements and a management letter on internal controls and procedures - Access to work papers must be provided if requested by state or federal regulatory agencies - Contract Details: - Initial contract term of two years, with options for three additional one-year extensions (potential total duration up to five years) - Pricing to include staff costs and reimbursables for each station - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Notable Requirements: - Experience with audits of public radio stations or similar entities is likely advantageous - Timely completion and issuance of audit reports by December 31 following the fiscal year end

Description

The University of Arkansas System is soliciting proposals for external audits of National Public Radio stations for the year ending June 30, 2026. The audits will cover KUAF-FM at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, and KLRE-FM/KUAR-FM at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. The audits must be conducted in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and Government Accounting Standards, with reports including an audit opinion on financial statements and a management letter on controls and procedures. The contract awardee must complete the audit and issue the report by December 31, 2026.

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