All RFP materials and instructions will be made available on this page on the scheduled date of release, by Unidos Contra la Diabetes (UCD). For general questions prior to release you may contact UCD by emailing info@ucdrgv.org.
Certified Public Accounting (CPA) firm or qualified accounting firm to provide annual federal nonprofit tax preparation services.
Deadline to submit: October 30, 2026.
Organization Overview
Unidos Contra La Diabetes (UCD) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving health outcomes and reducing the impact of diabetes through education, awareness, prevention, advocacy, and community engagement. UCD serves diverse communities with a focus on increasing access to resources and promoting healthy lifestyles.
UCD became an independent nonprofit organization within the last three years and operates on a calendar-year fiscal year (January 1 – December 31). As a growing organization, UCD seeks a qualified accounting firm with demonstrated nonprofit expertise to assist with the preparation and filing of its annual IRS Form 990 and provide related tax compliance guidance.
Purpose of the RFP
The purpose of this Request for Proposals is to identify and engage a certified public accounting (CPA) firm or qualified accounting firm to provide annual federal nonprofit tax preparation services, including the preparation and electronic filing of UCD’s IRS Form 990.
UCD seeks a firm that understands the unique compliance requirements of emerging nonprofit organizations and can serve as a trusted advisor as the organization continues to grow.
Desired Qualifications
The ideal firm will demonstrate:
Required Qualifications
- Licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) firm in good standing.
- Experience preparing IRS Form 990 filings for nonprofit organizations.
- Knowledge of federal nonprofit tax regulations.
- Professional liability insurance coverage.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience serving newly established nonprofit organizations.
- Experience with health-related, community-based, or charitable organizations.
- Familiarity with nonprofit governance practices and IRS Form 1023 compliance requirements.
- Demonstrated commitment to client education and responsive customer service.
Deadline to submit: October 30, 2026. For additional information or assistance, please contact Moises Arjona Jr., Chief Executive Officer of Unidos Contra La Diabetes, at marjona@ucdrgv.org.
Reservation of Rights
Unidos Contra La Diabetes reserves the right to:
- Reject any or all proposals.
- Request additional information from respondents.
- Negotiate scope, fees, and contract terms.
- Cancel or modify this RFP at any time.
- Select the proposal deemed to be in the best interest of the organization, which may not necessarily be the lowest-cost proposal.
