Audit 386837

Federal Transit Cluster Assistance Listing No. 20.507 US Department of Transportation Criteria or Specific Requirement: Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200.318–200.326) requires non‑Federal entities to maintain documentation sufficient to detail the history of each procurement, including but not limited to: • Rationale for the procurement method • Contractor selection or rejection • Basis for contract price • Evidence of competition or sole‑source justification when applicable These requirements ensure transparency, competitiveness, and proper stewardship of Federal funds. Condition: During our testing of procurement transactions, we noted that the City did not retain adequate documentation to support procurement actions. Missing documentation included bid/quote evaluations, price analyses, and evidence of compliance with competitive procurement requirements. As a result, we could not determine whether procurement requirements were properly followed. Cause: Proper accounting policies and procedures were not in place related to review of documentation related to procurement of vendors. Effect or Potential Effect: Without adequate documentation, the government cannot demonstrate compliance with procurement standards. This increases the risk of noncompliance with Uniform Guidance and inefficient or noncompetitive purchasing practice. Questioned Costs: None Context: Of the four procurements tested, three lacked one or more required elements of procurement documentation. Identification as a Repeat Finding: This finding was not reported in the prior year. Recommendation: Policies and procedures over procurement should be modified to ensure that adequate documentation is maintained. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: Management concurs with the finding and recommendation. Management will work to ensure proper policies and procedures are established and followed.