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County awards audit contract to Moss Adams and approves sole‑source Orcat support with Helion
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Summary
The Board approved a three‑year audit contract with Moss Adams LLP and adopted sole‑source findings to continue Orcat (Helion) software support for assessment and tax collection software under ORS 279B.075(2)(a).
Coos County commissioners on May 20 awarded the county's annual audits contract to Moss Adams LLP and authorized Finance Director Megan Sims to sign the agreement.
Staff said two proposals were received and Moss Adams' proposal was judged most advantageous. Commissioners noted the proposal covers a multi‑year engagement and that the total contract amount exceeded $300,000 over the contract term.
The board also approved a sole‑source contract with Helion Software Inc. for Orcat software support and adopted findings under ORS 279B.075(2)(a). County staff said the Orcat software is used for assessment and tax collection and that Helion is the incumbent sole‑source provider for support services from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026.
Why it matters: The audit contract affects public financial oversight and transparency; continuing support for core assessment and tax software is necessary for tax collection and property-assessment operations.
Details: Staff described that proposals were solicited and Moss Adams was selected as the most advantageous. The Helion contract was presented as a sole‑source procurement consistent with Oregon procurement rules cited by staff.
Next steps: Finance staff will execute the contracts and proceed with the audit engagement and software support for the coming fiscal year.
