Management acknowledges errors made in the procurement process related to
contracting with the architectural services vendor for the ARPA project. To address this, SE is in the
process of amending the contract to comply with 2 CFR requirements. Moving forward, all federal
construction projects will ...
Management acknowledges errors made in the procurement process related to
contracting with the architectural services vendor for the ARPA project. To address this, SE is in the
process of amending the contract to comply with 2 CFR requirements. Moving forward, all federal
construction projects will be bid and contracted using a fixed-cost method. Additionally, the
procurement process is being revised to include a vendor review through SAM.gov prior to awarding contracts. This review will ensure that the selected vendor is not suspended or debarred by the federal
government at the time of the award. SE staff have attended multiple 2 CFR training webinars hosted by
the Economic Development Administration and Maximus Higher Education. These sessions have been
instrumental in equipping staff with the necessary knowledge to manage future federally funded
projects in compliance with regulations.
Responsible Official: Mike Stout, Director of Administrative Services, is working with the specific vendor
to amend the current contract to adhere to 2 CFR requirements. Crystal Cheek, Comptroller, will update
procurement policies to ensure that vendors are verified through SAM.gov before an award is made.
Estimated Completion Date: All amendments and updates are on schedule to be completed in January
2025.
Responsible Official: Mike Stout, Director of Administrative Services, is working with the specific vendor to amend the current contract to adhere to 2 CFR requirements. Crystal Cheek, Comptroller, will update procurement policies to ensure the vendors are verified through Sam.gov before an award is made.
Estimated Completion Date: All amdendments and updates are on schedule to be completed in January 2025