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City of Easley discusses four-year audit services contract; questions about renewals and firm experience
Summary
City staff recommended awarding audit services to Malden & Jenkins LLC after reviewing two proposals; council members asked about contract renewability, first-year workloads and firm familiarity with Easley finances.
City of Easley staff presented a recommendation July 14 to award audit services to Malden & Jenkins LLC for an initial one-year term with up to three one-year renewals, following a request for proposals that produced two submissions.
City finance staff said Malden & Jenkins narrowly outscored Greenfinney & Cawley in the evaluation, noting both firms would be reputable choices. The presenter said Greenfinney already knows the city’s financial systems, which could make Year 1 smoother, while Malden & Jenkins would likely bring a “fresh pair of eyes” and a slightly larger regional practice.
Councilmember Ralph and other council members asked whether signing a multi-year…
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