This Request for Proposal (RFP) is for the purpose of establishing a contract with a qualified firm to provide Internal Audit Consulting Services for Lake County. Lake County desires to enter into a professional services contract with a qualified Proposer who has expertise, experience and credentials to assess and make recommendations to develop and improve Lake County’s internal control framework. The assessment should include evaluation of existing internal audit policies, reports and practices; development of a charter granting authority to review and evaluate all County functions; and recommendations for ongoing internal audit operations based on modern approaches, comparative research and best business practices. Federal funding will not be used for this procurement at this time.