The U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) seeks contractor support for the assessment of internal controls as part of compliance with various financial regulations, including the CFO Act and OMB Circular No. A-123. The primary objective is to ensure effective financial reporting and enhance risk management within USCIS's financial operations.
The scope of work involves providing professional services for testing the design and operating effectiveness of financial processes and systems. Specific tasks include financial support to CFO leadership, project management, reporting functions, and technical assistance for compliance assessments. The contractor will perform thorough internal control assessments and document deficiencies in a timely manner, ensuring alignment with USCIS, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and federal requirements.
Contractor personnel must have relevant qualifications and security clearances, maintaining professionalism and compliance with government standards. The period of performance ranges from October 2024 to October 2027, with on-site operations primarily at designated government facilities. Deliverables will include regular status reports, assessment documentation, and summaries of identified deficiencies, emphasizing the need for clarity and accuracy in all submissions.
This initiative represents USCIS's commitment to improving its internal control frameworks and adhering to federal mandates, thereby safeguarding public resources and maintaining accountability in financial management.
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued a Sources Sought Request for Information (RFI) to identify qualified vendors capable of providing assessment of internal control services. This initiative aims to support the USCIS Office of Chief Financial Officer in ensuring compliance with several financial management requirements, including the CFO Act and OMB Circular A-123. The agency seeks expertise in financial audits and consulting to identify and mitigate financial reporting risks within its accounting systems.
Respondents are encouraged to showcase specific experience relevant to the outlined requirements, which include financial support assessments, project management, and technical support. The RFI also requests feedback on effective pricing strategies for the necessary assessments. Interested vendors must submit a cover letter, capabilities statement, confirmation of contract vehicle availability, and any additional relevant information by the specified deadline.
This notice serves solely for market research purposes and does not imply future solicitation commitments. The USCIS emphasizes that responses are voluntary and that any submitted information will not incur reimbursement from the government, underlining the strategic and planned nature of this inquiry.