2019BK01 - RFP Certified Bookkeeping Services

Muskoka Futures is a not for profit business development organization focused on helping  the businesses of Muskoka thrive. We help by providing investment (loans or equity) and by providing support via our Momentum program. As part of our ongoing growth and in an effort to better service our community Muskoka Futures is working to develop the Advisors in Residence program as part of a bigger project entitled FUSE. FUSE will be a physical resource where entrepreneurs and business owners can access support in a more holistic and comprehensive way. The Advisors in Residence program will offer clients access to professionals dedicated to working as part of the Muskoka Futures team ensuring businesses in our region thrive. Our goal is to help entrepreneurs understand that they don’t have to know it all and give them the opportunity to connect with the right people for the right support.

This Request for Proposal (RFP) is to procure a Certified Bookkeeping Professional(s) to be available to clients of Muskoka Community Futures Development Corporation (Muskoka Futures) for a period of 8 months commencing November 12, 2019 and ending June 30, 2020 with the possibility of extension. They will be required to provide bookkeeping services as outlined in section III. SCOPE OF SERVICES.



The list included under Scope of Services in the RFP document is not all inclusive as each of our clients' needs are unique, and the selected offeror(s) will be expected to tailor their services accordingly. The details of the proposal may include other services that can
be provided by the Proponent.

The Proponent may perform the services on site at Muskoka Futures office, at their own place of business or offsite at client’s place of business as required and where appropriate. However, The Proponent must be able to commit to being available in Muskoka Futures offices (physically or virtually) to clients 1 to 2 times per month (Note: Time taken with already assigned clients whether walk-in or scheduled will be considered billable time. It is expected that new clients whether walk-in or scheduled will be seen at no charge as a free initial consultation).