Audit 396261

2025-001 - Procurement, Debarment and Suspension Federal Program Information: U.S. Department of the Treasury, passed through the Vermont Department of Public Safety CFDA - 21.027 - Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Criteria: The following CFRs apply to this finding: 2 CFR 200.214, 2 CFR section 200.317-200.327 Condition: During audit procedures it was identified that the Town did not check sam.gov to confirm that the contractor was not debarred or suspended from receiving federal funds nor did they request a Suspension and Debarment certification from the contractor. Cause: The Town does not have the necessary internal controls over compliance. Effect: Contracts may be awarded to contractors that are debarred or suspended from working on federally funded projects. Identification of Questioned Costs: None Identified. Context: Two contracts were reviewed out of three. This is not a statistically valid sample. Repeat Finding: This is not a repeat finding. Recommendation: It is recommended that the Town revise its procurement policy to fully incorporate all elements required by 2 CFR §200.317-200.327. Views of Responsible Officials and Corrective Action Plan: Please see the Corrective Action Plan.