Georgia Procurement Registry #PE-67550-NONST-2027-000000016

City of Hampton Forensic Audit Services

The City of Hampton, Georgia, is seeking an independent firm to conduct a comprehensive forensic audit of city operations and administrative processes. - Government buyer: City of Hampton, Office of the City Manager, Henry County, Georgia. - OEMs and named vendors: No OEMs, vendors, or specific audit firms are named in the notice. - Requested service: Comprehensive forensic audit covering procurement; financial management, accounting, funds, grants, and budget compliance; human resources, payroll, benefits, hiring, and personnel records; purchasing approvals and payments; licensing and permitting; citywide fees; property tax assessments; and water, sewer, and utility billing and revenue practices. - Key deliverables: Review records, transactions, and controls; document irregularities and noncompliance; assess internal controls and provide prioritized recommendations; prepare a written report; present findings to the Mayor, City Council, and City Manager; and provide fact or expert testimony if requested. - Important requirements: Work must follow GAGAS, GAAS, and applicable requirements, including review of compliance with City purchasing policies. Firms must demonstrate independence, disclose conflicts, and meet the specified CPA-firm and lead-personnel forensic credential requirements. Work papers must be retained for at least seven years. - Scope and timing: The audit concerns fiscal year 2026. Substantial completion is targeted within 120 days of contract execution, subject to the agreed schedule. No option years or recurring subscription are specified. - Pricing requested: A not-to-exceed fee, with rates for additional services.

Description

The City of Hampton, Georgia, seeks qualified independent firms to conduct a comprehensive forensic audit of its operational and administrative processes for fiscal year 2026. The review covers areas including procurement, financial management and internal controls, human resources, licensing and permitting, property taxes, and utility billing. The audit is to identify irregularities, inefficiencies, potential fraud, waste, abuse, or non-compliance and provide findings and recommendations. Proposals are due December 16, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET; the solicitation also requests an oral presentation of findings and retention of work papers for at least seven years.

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