Financial Audit of Yukon Housing Corporation

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:

The Office of the Auditor General of Canada (OAG) is seeking to procure the professional services of one (1) Auditor/Consultant to assist in the financial audit of the Yukon Housing Corporation (YHC). The audit is a critical component of the Government of the Yukon’s public accounts and must adhere to Canadian public sector accounting standards and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards. The primary objective is to support the OAG audit team in completing the year-end audit work efficiently and effectively.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION:

The issuing organization is the Office of the Auditor General of Canada, located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The primary contact for this RFP is Michel Daoud, who can be reached via email at [email protected].

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:

Bidders should possess:

• Strong expertise in financial auditing, particularly in the public sector.
• Familiarity with audit documentation standards set by the OAG.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the OAG audit team.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:

Key deliverables include:

• Completion of the financial audit of YHC within the specified contract period.
• Adherence to all applicable auditing standards and documentation requirements.
• Timely reporting of audit findings and recommendations to the OAG.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:

Proposals will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

• Technical approach and understanding of the audit requirements.
• Relevant past performance and experience in similar audits.
• Price, with a focus on the lowest bid meeting the technical requirements.
  The evaluation will prioritize technical capability and past performance, with price being a significant factor.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

While not mandatory, preferred qualifications that may enhance a bidder's proposal include:

• Additional certifications in auditing or accounting (e.g., CPA, CA).
• Experience with audits of similar governmental or public sector entities.
• Demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure.

This summary provides a comprehensive overview of the RFP for potential bidders to assess their fit for the opportunity.