University Of Central Arkansas Uark #260713

External Audit Services for University of Arkansas 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 - Stations: KUAF-FM (Fayetteville) and KLRE-FM/KUAR-FM (Little Rock) - Services Requested: - Annual external audits of financial statements for KUAF-FM and KLRE-FM/KUAR-FM - Audits must comply with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), Government Auditing Standards, and Section 396 of the U.S. Communications Act - Deliverables include an audit opinion and a management letter addressing internal controls and procedures - Audit services required for fiscal years ending June 30, 2024, 2025, and 2026, with potential contract extension through 2030 - Reports must be completed and issued by December 31 following each fiscal year - Notable Requirements: - Ability to perform remote audit work - Compliance with University of Arkansas Standard Terms and Conditions - Proposal limited to 15 pages (excluding required forms and cover materials) - Pricing to include staff costs and reimbursables for each station - No specific OEMs or hardware products are involved; this is a professional services procurement for qualified audit firms.

Description

The University of Arkansas System (UAS) is soliciting proposals for external audits of National Public Radio stations for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. The audits 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 audit must be completed and the report issued by December 31, 2026. Proposals are due by August 10, 2026, and must comply with the University of Arkansas Standard Terms and Conditions.

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