INTRODUCTION/DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT/SERVICES: The City of Springfield, Missouri (“the City”), is seeking proposals from a qualified independent certified public accounting firm to perform the internal audit function for the City and other auditing services that may be requested by the City. The firm selected will perform internal audits to ensure that the operating procedures, including internal controls, are being followed. The audits will evaluate the adequacy of the internal financial controls with emphasis on areas vulnerable to fraud and abuse. In order to develop a structured approach and to address the internal auditing needs, the City is outsourcing internal auditing services for a minimum of one year with the option, if exercised by the City, of four (4) one-year renewals. The internal audit function reports to the Finance and Administration Committee of City Council. 1.1 Description of Operations or Background: 1.1.1 Since November 2019, the internal audit function has been performed by the auditing firm Forvis Mazars, LLP (formerly known as Forvis, LLP and BKD, LLP). 1.1.2 The City offers a full range of services associated with municipal government. The City also operates the sanitary sewer system, landfill, municipal parks, art museum and golf courses. 1.1.3 The City has approximately 1,900 full-time employees and an annual operating budget of $381 million. The most recent budget and comprehensive annual financial report are available at: https://www.springfieldmo.gov/297/All-Finance-Documents. 1.1.4 Computer Systems: The City operates with Oracle Financial Management and HR/Payroll software. The City currently uses Oracle E-Business Suite platform 12.2.9. 1.1.5 Previously issued internal audit reports are available on the City’s website at: Audits | Springfield, MO - Official Website
