REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP): Appointment of External Auditors

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) Appointment of External Auditors Corruption Watch (RF) NPC RFP Number: CW/FARC/EA/2026/01 Issue Date: 02 October 2026 Closing Date: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 12:00 (SAST)

Table of Contents 1. Introduction 2. About Corruption Watch 3. Organisational Profile 4. Purpose of the RFP 5. Scope of Services 6. Expected Deliverables 7. Eligibility Requirements 8. Independence and Ethical Requirements 9. Proposal Requirements 10. Evaluation Criteria 11. Procurement Timetable 12. Submission Requirements 13. Conditions of Tender 14. Confidentiality 15. Contact Details 16. Appendix A – Terms of Reference 17. Appendix B- Pricing Schedule 18. Appendix C- Bidder declaration and compliance certificate

1. Introduction Corruption Watch (RF) NPC invites suitably qualified and independent audit firms to submit proposals for the provision of external audit services.

The Organisation seeks to appoint an audit firm that demonstrates technical excellence, independence and experience in auditing donor-funded non-profit organisations.

The appointment will initially be for a period of three years, subject to annual performance evaluations by the Finance, Audit and Risk Committee and continued compliance with applicable independence requirements.

2. About Corruption Watch

Corruption Watch is an independent, non-profit organisation committed to strengthening transparency, accountability and ethical governance in South Africa.

The organisation encourages the public to report corruption, undertakes strategic investigations and litigation, promotes accountability through advocacy, and works collaboratively with civil society, government and other stakeholders to combat corruption.

Good governance, sound financial management and accountability are fundamental to achieving the organisation's mission and maintaining the confidence of donors, partners and the public.