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August 20, 2026 To: Clausell & Associates, P.C. From: Mary Harrison, Executive Director of CSRA Economic Opportunity Authority, Inc. Below is the Authority’s corrective action plan as it relates to the findings for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023, Single Audit Act audit. Comment #2023-001 ...
August 20, 2026 To: Clausell & Associates, P.C. From: Mary Harrison, Executive Director of CSRA Economic Opportunity Authority, Inc. Below is the Authority’s corrective action plan as it relates to the findings for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023, Single Audit Act audit. Comment #2023-001 INTERNAL CONTROLS OVER FINANCIAL STATEMENT PREPARATION, GRANT CLOSE-OUT, AND COMPLIANCE WITH RELATED PROVISIONS OF GRANTS AND CONTRACTS SHOULD BE IMPROVED GENERAL Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: We concur with this finding. Management is in the process of assessing the organizational structure and capacity to provide adequate financial reporting. With Board review and approval of the Authority’s financial funding sources, the Authority will require additional specialize training for fiscal staff and improve in the segregation of duties to ensure adequate internal controls are fully implemented. The Executive Director will have the overall responsibility of properly reconciling and closing out the accounting system and grant activity each month in an efficient and timely manner to eliminate the risk of significant errors occurring. Budget-to-actual schedules will be an integral part of the grant accountant analyst’s basic responsibilities. The fiscal policies and procedures will be updated with the enhancements implemented within the fiscal department. Staff will be trained on revised policies and procedures and Uniform Guidance regulations. The Executive Director will take the lead in financial reporting to ensure that all reporting meet GAAP and GAS requirements and to provide informative reports for Board and Management. All enhancements will be implemented by September 30, 2026. Concerning the preparation of external reports required by various funding sources (i.e., SF-425, DHS’s reports for LIHEAP, etc.), the Authority will ensure adequate training is performed to improve the skills and knowledge of key personnel. Policies and procedures will also be revised to support external reporting. Implementation Date: The plan correction date will be completed no later than September 30, 2026 Responsible Person: Mary Harrison, Executive Director, will be responsible for the corrective action. Comment #2023-002 INTERNAL CONTROLS OVER FINANCIAL STATEMENT PREPARATION, GRANT CLOSE-OUT, AND COMPLIANCE WITH RELATED PROVISIONS OF GRANTS AND CONTRACTS SHOULD BE IMPROVED HEAD START AND SUPPORTIVE SERVICES FOR VETERAN FAMILIES PROGRAM FAL # 93.600 AND 64.003 (Questioned Costs - None) Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: We concur with the finding. Management and staff are in the process of assessing and updating the policies and procedures over the accounting and reporting of federal and state grants and contracts. In connection with training staff on grant accounting, we are providing ongoing training on the requirements of the Uniform Guidance and the specific requirements for each individual grant award as outlined in each applicable Compliance Supplement issued by Office of Management and Budget (OMB). We are currently reconciling all cash accounts and completing and amending, where necessary, all SF-425 reports and other external reports required by each funding source (state and federal). We anticipate completing this corrective action by September 30, 2026. See also the response to Comment #2023-001. Implementation Date: The plan correction date will be completed no later than September 30, 2026. Responsible Person: Mary Harrison, Executive Director, will be responsible for the corrective action.
Condition: Controls were not sufficient to ensure that management has written policies and procedures surrounding procurement that align with Federal Procurement Standards outlined within the Uniform Guidance. Further, controls were not adequate to ensure that the history of procurement decisions wa...
Condition: Controls were not sufficient to ensure that management has written policies and procedures surrounding procurement that align with Federal Procurement Standards outlined within the Uniform Guidance. Further, controls were not adequate to ensure that the history of procurement decisions was documented. Additionally, controls were not sufficient to ensure checks for suspension and debarment were performed and documented before entering into a covered transaction with third parties. Planned Corrective Action: The Organization will update and formally adopt written procurement, suspension, and debarment policies and procedures to conform to Uniform Guidance requirements and implement procedures to ensure those policies are consistently followed and documented for all federally funded procurements. Contact person responsible for corrective action: Louise Arzu, Vice President, Finance Anticipated Completion Date: 9/30/2024
Procurement Recommendation: We recommend that management develop, adopt, and implement written procurement and conflict-of-interest policies that comply with Uniform Guidance requirements. These policies should address procurement standards, including methods of procurement and oversight, and establ...
Procurement Recommendation: We recommend that management develop, adopt, and implement written procurement and conflict-of-interest policies that comply with Uniform Guidance requirements. These policies should address procurement standards, including methods of procurement and oversight, and establish standards of conduct governing conflicts of interest for employees, officers, and agents involved in the administration of federal awards. Management should also ensure that these policies are communicated to relevant personnel and applied consistently. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: In 2024 new maintenance staff was employed 3 bids are required for capital projects. If one contractor has personal relationship with employee conflict of interest form is filed. Name(s) of the contact person(s) responsible for corrective action: Kristin Cowan Planned completion date for corrective action plan: July 2024
We do not agree with the finding. The FASS-PHA cannot be submitted until the Single Audit is completed and issued. We acknowledge that the unaudited FASS-PHA was submitted late, and evidence was provided and the report was approved by HUD. We have the audited submission in draft pending the issuance...
We do not agree with the finding. The FASS-PHA cannot be submitted until the Single Audit is completed and issued. We acknowledge that the unaudited FASS-PHA was submitted late, and evidence was provided and the report was approved by HUD. We have the audited submission in draft pending the issuance of the Single Audit. The Municipality has developed an internal plan with the auditors and consultants to perform all pending Single Audit to the Federal Audit Clearinghouse as soon as possible. The Single Audit for the fiscal years ended June 30, 2024 and June 30, 2025 are already contracted and are expected to begin in August 2026. Personnel in charge: Daiana González Hernández, Finance Office Director Projected Completion Date: August 30, 2027
2023-012– EDUCATION STABILIZATION FUND - REPORTING – ALN 84.425 - MATERIAL WEAKNESS & MATERIAL NONCOMPLIANCE Condition: Williston Basin Public School District No. 7 did not maintain documentation for the data that was submitted to the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction (NDDPI) for the sta...
2023-012– EDUCATION STABILIZATION FUND - REPORTING – ALN 84.425 - MATERIAL WEAKNESS & MATERIAL NONCOMPLIANCE Condition: Williston Basin Public School District No. 7 did not maintain documentation for the data that was submitted to the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction (NDDPI) for the state’s completion of the Annual Report for the Education Stabilization Fund program. We were able to obtain the information that was submitted from NDDPI; however, due to issues identified with the accuracy of underlying accounting records we were unable to determine if the information included in the report is accurate. Management’s Response: We agree. The District will work to ensure that all federal programs reporting requirements are met going forward. The district has implemented new documentation retention requirements. Anticipated Completion Date: FY 2025
2023-012 Financial Statement Reconciliations/Tie-In Procedures Material Weakness Recommendation: The Housing Authority should adopt written reconciliation and tie-in procedures into its financial policies and procedures manual. These policies should require timely reconciliations to take place as de...
2023-012 Financial Statement Reconciliations/Tie-In Procedures Material Weakness Recommendation: The Housing Authority should adopt written reconciliation and tie-in procedures into its financial policies and procedures manual. These policies should require timely reconciliations to take place as defined under policy. Action Taken: The Housing Authority agrees with this finding and will implement this recommendation within 120 days of this audit report.
The Board of Supervisors will ensure staff are properly trained in procurement policy and future procurement activities comply with both Uniform Guidance and Mississippi Law. Anticipated Completion Date: 9/30/2025. Contact Person: Otis Griffin, County Administrator
The Board of Supervisors will ensure staff are properly trained in procurement policy and future procurement activities comply with both Uniform Guidance and Mississippi Law. Anticipated Completion Date: 9/30/2025. Contact Person: Otis Griffin, County Administrator
Corrective Action: Request proof of contractor not being on the suspension or debarment listing from Engineering Firm. This finding was due to funds being transferred to a project that became a federal project once utilized. Stillwater County is careful when selecting contractors and as part of the ...
Corrective Action: Request proof of contractor not being on the suspension or debarment listing from Engineering Firm. This finding was due to funds being transferred to a project that became a federal project once utilized. Stillwater County is careful when selecting contractors and as part of the bidding process assures that the contractors are in good standing. Additional vetting was needed when the funds were transferred to the project and the County was unaware of this requirement.
The City of North Bend acknowledges that a contract utilizing SLFR funds, and awarded to a software vendor, did not include within the contract, a required self-attestation concerning Suspensions and Debarment. The self-attestation was used in lieu of a documented review of the SAM.gov portal for su...
The City of North Bend acknowledges that a contract utilizing SLFR funds, and awarded to a software vendor, did not include within the contract, a required self-attestation concerning Suspensions and Debarment. The self-attestation was used in lieu of a documented review of the SAM.gov portal for suspensions and debarment. This was an oversight of the contract review process. Other contracts issued during the same period included self-attestation language from 2 CFR 200.317 through 2 CFR 200.327. In 2024 and 2025, the Public Works Deputy Director, Contract Specialist, and Capital Staff Accountant ensure adherence to all applicable local, State, and federal procurement laws and regulations as provided in the Uniform Guidance at 2 CFR 200.214, 2 CFR Part 180, and Treasury’s implementing regulations at 31 CFR Part 19, prohibiting recipients from entering into contracts with suspended or debarred parties. The City of North Bend understands the significance of the finding and immediately took steps to review all subsequent contracts for compliance.
CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN FISCAL YEAR OF FINDING: June 30, 2023 AUDITOR FINDING: 2023-006 In accordance with 2 CFR Part 200.318 the recipient or subrecipient must maintain and use documented procedures for procurement transactions under a Federal award or subaward, including for acquisition of property...
CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN FISCAL YEAR OF FINDING: June 30, 2023 AUDITOR FINDING: 2023-006 In accordance with 2 CFR Part 200.318 the recipient or subrecipient must maintain and use documented procedures for procurement transactions under a Federal award or subaward, including for acquisition of property or services. These documented procurement procedures must be consistent with State, local, and tribal laws and regulations and the standards identified in §§ 200.317 through 200.327. The Organization's purchasing policy did not contain elements of federal procurement requirements specified by Uniform Guidance. CLIENT PLANNED ACTION: The Organization will revise the Procurement Policy such that it is consistent with the appropriate regulations and standards and requires documentation of the vendor procurement policy. CLIENT RESPONSIBLE PARTY: Danielle Cordova, Controller COMPLETION DATE: July 1st, 2025
Corrective Action Plan Action Item Responsible Party Monitoring Require that procurement transactions be properly identified and tracked by federal program to ensure completeness and traceability. CFO / Procurement Staff Monthly review Maintain complete procurement documentation, including records o...
Corrective Action Plan Action Item Responsible Party Monitoring Require that procurement transactions be properly identified and tracked by federal program to ensure completeness and traceability. CFO / Procurement Staff Monthly review Maintain complete procurement documentation, including records of competition, procurement method, and verification of suspension and debarment in accordance with federal requirements. CFO / Procurement Department Periodic internal review Reconcile procurement-related expenditures to the SEFA and underlying accounting records to ensure a reliable population for compliance testing. CFO Documented reconciliation In FY 2026, management developed and implemented a formal Records Retention Policy to ensure that accounting records, supporting documentation, and organizational records are properly maintained and retained in accordance with applicable regulatory and audit requirements CFO Management oversight Implement supervisory review of procurement activity to ensure compliance with federal procurement requirements. CFO / Board Finance Committee Quarterly review ________________________________________ Management Response Management notes that no additional federal grants, other than the HRSA Section 330 program grant (Assistance Listing 93.224), were received in FY2025 or FY2026. Prior management did not provide a reconciled SEFA schedule for earlier reporting periods, which contributed to the documentation limitations identified during the audit. Beginning in FY2026, management has developed a detailed SEFA tracking schedule for the HRSA Section 330 grant that identifies the date federal funds were drawn down, the amount received, the related expenditures, and the corresponding disbursement dates. This schedule is maintained to improve reconciliation between drawdowns, expenditures, and the general ledger and to ensure documentation is readily available for audit and compliance purposes. In FY2026, management implemented an updated and comprehensive set of policies and procedures designed to strengthen internal controls and promote consistent, standardized accounting and administrative practices. These updates establish clearer documentation requirements, defined responsibilities, and improved oversight to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and the safeguarding of organizational records and financial information. ________________________________________ Responsible Official: Chief Financial Officer Expected Completion Date: FY 2026
The procurement policy as well as all policies are reviewed every three years to comply with Joint Commission Standards. Saint Anthony will review its existing procurement policy to ensure that all elements required by the Uniform Guidance are incorporated. The review was completed on March 28, 2025...
The procurement policy as well as all policies are reviewed every three years to comply with Joint Commission Standards. Saint Anthony will review its existing procurement policy to ensure that all elements required by the Uniform Guidance are incorporated. The review was completed on March 28, 2025.
Reference Number: 2023-007 Finding: Improve Controls and Compliance with Procurement Name of Contact Person: Christine Chamberland Corrective Active Plan: The City will develop and implement standardized procurement procedures specifically for federally funded purchases, ensuring that all transactio...
Reference Number: 2023-007 Finding: Improve Controls and Compliance with Procurement Name of Contact Person: Christine Chamberland Corrective Active Plan: The City will develop and implement standardized procurement procedures specifically for federally funded purchases, ensuring that all transactions are fully documented in accordance with applicable procurement policies. Staff will be trained on these procedures, and a central repository will be established to maintain executed contracts and all supporting documentation. Regular audits will be conducted to verify compliance and that all required records are retained and readily accessible. Proposed Completion Date: 6/30/26
Finding 1171701 (2023-011)
Material Weakness 2023
Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners: These procurement issues originated during the prior County Clerk’s administration, but the current leadership is focused on corrective measures. Together, we are: • developing a SOP to ensure vendor checks for suspension and debarment are conducted on ...
Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners: These procurement issues originated during the prior County Clerk’s administration, but the current leadership is focused on corrective measures. Together, we are: • developing a SOP to ensure vendor checks for suspension and debarment are conducted on all purchases over $25,000, • establishing written standards of conduct to address conflicts of interest and set clear procurement guidelines, • and enhancing oversight and review to ensure all procurement processes are fully compliant with federal regulations. Our goal is to build a consistent, transparent procurement framework that safeguards both compliance and public trust. County Clerk: I was not the County Clerk in office at this time. To correct this issue, the County plans to develop a SOP to timely and accurately track and report on the SEFA. The SOP will be reviewed, adopted, and monitored by the Board of County Commissioners.
The Government concurs with the auditor’s findings and recommendations. The Government updated its procurement laws and issued revised procurement manuals, along with issuing position-specific Standard Operating Procedures. Processes for enforcing Internal controls and adherence to procurement laws ...
The Government concurs with the auditor’s findings and recommendations. The Government updated its procurement laws and issued revised procurement manuals, along with issuing position-specific Standard Operating Procedures. Processes for enforcing Internal controls and adherence to procurement laws have been established and are regularly reinforced. In early 2025, the Government-wide training reinforced expectations for full and open competition. User Agencies now access GVIBUY for informal solicitations in the eProcurement system, with ongoing training to prioritize competition and enhance oversight by the Department of Property and Procurement.
Management will review Uniform Guidance 2 CFR sections 200.318 through 200.327 to ensure the Organization’s procurement policy fully incorporates all federal compliance requirements. Management will develop and implement a formal, written procurement policy.
Management will review Uniform Guidance 2 CFR sections 200.318 through 200.327 to ensure the Organization’s procurement policy fully incorporates all federal compliance requirements. Management will develop and implement a formal, written procurement policy.
The City will develop written policies and procedures which include the relevant provisions required by 2 CFR § 200.318 through 2 CFR § 200.327 Contract provisions.
The City will develop written policies and procedures which include the relevant provisions required by 2 CFR § 200.318 through 2 CFR § 200.327 Contract provisions.
Action Item Title 2023-005 – Federal Award Findings Status (Open: In-process) Condition General Procurement Standards - Written Policies Suspension and Debarment - Covered Transaction The Corporation has an outdated institutional procurement manual approved in 2014 that lacks written policies to asc...
Action Item Title 2023-005 – Federal Award Findings Status (Open: In-process) Condition General Procurement Standards - Written Policies Suspension and Debarment - Covered Transaction The Corporation has an outdated institutional procurement manual approved in 2014 that lacks written policies to ascertain compliance with the provisions of federal statutes, regulations, or the terms and conditions of federal awards regarding procurement, suspension, and debarment requirements. From a sample of eighteen disbursements, we selected eight disbursements to ascertain compliance with 2 CFR section 180.220, specifically regarding the inclusion of procurement contracts as covered transactions. We examined the procurement documents provided by the Corporation. From that sample, we identified that the Corporation did not perform the required verification process for covered transactions during the year ended June 30, 2023. Identified root cause The Corporation lacks internal controls and policies to ensure compliance with federal procurement requirements. In addition, the Corporation relies on the procedures performed by the Administration of General Services to comply with procurement requirements. As a result, the Corporation did not maintain its own documentation. Grantee resolution plan Procurement Policies and Covered Transactions The Corporation is currently in the process of reviewing its Procurement Procedure to align it with ASG guidelines and incorporate federal regulations. Completion date By December 31, 2025. Name and Title of contact: Linnette Dávila Alemán- Financial and Budget Assistant Manager Phone: 787-724-4747 ext. 2105 Email: ldavila@cba.pr.gov Jetppeht Pérez de Corcho Morgado – General Manager Phone: 787-724-4747 ext. 2102 Email: jperez@cba.pr.gov
Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity for Infectious Diseases (ELC) (Compliance) We recommend that management establish and enforce procedures to ensure all required federal financial and progress reports are submitted by the applicable due dates. Management's Response: The County concurs with the fi...
Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity for Infectious Diseases (ELC) (Compliance) We recommend that management establish and enforce procedures to ensure all required federal financial and progress reports are submitted by the applicable due dates. Management's Response: The County concurs with the findings; Responsible Individual: Nicole Reinert, Public Health Director; Corrective Action Plan: Administrative staff will schedule out all required report dates in the Outlook calendar at least three weeks before the due date to keep responsible parties informed of deadlines. These set reminders will ensure timely submissions. The Department Head will review the submission process to eliminate congested workflow to ensure efficiency and identify any tasks that can be automated or improved. Regular check-ins will take place to discuss the status of ongoing reports.; Anticipated Completion Date: June 30, 2026.
Management concurs with this finding. The missed submission was caused by inadequate tracking mechanisms and insufficient procedural formalization under prior leadership. New personnel are now assigned responsibility for compliance and reporting, and management has completed a full review of all rep...
Management concurs with this finding. The missed submission was caused by inadequate tracking mechanisms and insufficient procedural formalization under prior leadership. New personnel are now assigned responsibility for compliance and reporting, and management has completed a full review of all reporting obligations across federal awards. Management is in the process of developing standardized grant reporting procedures, enhanced tracking tools, and formal internal review controls to ensure timely and accurate submissions going forward. These procedures will be implemented by the first quarter of 2026.
AIRS management has started the process of creating new and updated policies and procedures related to financial reporting, activities, including written procurement standards, written standards of conflict of interest and others as required under Uniform Guidance.
AIRS management has started the process of creating new and updated policies and procedures related to financial reporting, activities, including written procurement standards, written standards of conflict of interest and others as required under Uniform Guidance.
Finding Reference Number: 2023-002 Description of Finding: Lack of documentation on sole source contracts and verification of vendors Statement of Concurrence or Nonconcurrence: The California Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce (CalAsian) agrees with the finding. Corrective Action: CalAsian understan...
Finding Reference Number: 2023-002 Description of Finding: Lack of documentation on sole source contracts and verification of vendors Statement of Concurrence or Nonconcurrence: The California Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce (CalAsian) agrees with the finding. Corrective Action: CalAsian understands the serious nature of this finding and the compliance required with 2 CFR sections 200.318 through 200.327, as well as Part 1326 for vendor exclusions. The Controller and Director of Finance updated procedures to document requirements for all procurement activities, regardless of type. We also understand these findings are repetitive from the 2021 and 2022 audits; however, due to catch-up of the prior year audits, we were unable to address these issues prior to completion of the 2023 audit, as 2021 and 2022 audit reports were not received until 2024. This delay was caused by a change in auditors as our previous auditor did not have the capacity to retain us as clients due to staff shortages related to COVID. Resolution of this issue began in 2024 as the procurement policy was distributed to staff and reviewed during staff meetings. Further, the policy and procedures for procurement were reviewed directly with programmatic staff to ensure that they were familiar with the policies and what is required to be captured for documentation to ensure all procurement activities adhere to the company policies. Continuing education for staff will be provided in subsequent years to ensure continued compliance with these policies. Periodic reviews of the procurement activities will be performed to ensure compliance with these procedures to mitigate the risk of continued deficiencies. Name of Contact Person: Ryan Fong, Director of Finance, 916-446-7883, rfong@calasiancc.org Pat Fong Kushida, President & CEO, 916-446-7883, patfongkushida@calasiancc.org Projected Completion Date: December 2024
FINDING 2023-004 Finding Subject: Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Cluster - Procurement and Suspension and Debarment Contact Person Responsible for Corrective Action: Tyler Pearson, Clerk Treasurer Contact Phone Number and Email Address: 574-739-1416 clerktreasurer@cityoflogansport.org V...
FINDING 2023-004 Finding Subject: Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Cluster - Procurement and Suspension and Debarment Contact Person Responsible for Corrective Action: Tyler Pearson, Clerk Treasurer Contact Phone Number and Email Address: 574-739-1416 clerktreasurer@cityoflogansport.org Views of Responsible Officials: We concur with the finding. Description of Corrective Action Plan: We will develop and implement a formal process for verifying that vendors are not suspended, debarred, or otherwise excluded from receiving federal funds before entering into contracts or transactions that meet or exceed the $25,000 threshold. The City will develop a purchasing policy that reflects the applicable state laws and regulations related to procurement. The City will also maintain proper documentation to support the appropriate procurement method. Anticipated Completion Date: December 31, 2025
Finding Number 2023-109 Subject Heading (Financial) or AL no. and program name (Federal) ALN: Multiple Federal Program name: Multiple Planned Corrective Action The finding states two ongoing concerns: “1) there are no policies and procedures in place for the people on [the pilot program] Statewide C...
Finding Number 2023-109 Subject Heading (Financial) or AL no. and program name (Federal) ALN: Multiple Federal Program name: Multiple Planned Corrective Action The finding states two ongoing concerns: “1) there are no policies and procedures in place for the people on [the pilot program] Statewide Contracts [as is required by 2 CFR § 200.317], and 2) these vendors are not being vetted to ensure state agencies are getting contracts that are reasonable per 2 CFR 200.404.” On the first issue, Section 200.317 of Title 2 of the Code of Federal Regulations requires states to “follow the same policies and procedures it uses for procurements with non– Federal funds” when “conducting procurement transactions under a Federal award.” 2 CFR § 200.317. Our publicly available CPO training explains the process for purchasing off Statewide Contracts (See Attachment 1 and 2). Also, we provided agencies with procedures related to the pilot program to give guidance on ordering off those specific Statewide Contracts (See Attachment 3). Additionally, OMES reiterates that Recipients of federal funds are ultimately charged with ensuring and documenting compliance with specific requirements under the federal award. However, in an attempt to assist agencies in understanding requirements of spending federal dollars, OMES issued a Procurement Information Memorandum and a new contract attachment to be utilized by agencies. (See Attachments 4 and 5). Therefore, OMES disagrees that we do not have the required policies and procedures in place to comply with Section 200.317. On the second issue, Section 200.404 of Title 2 of the Code of Federal Regulations explains, “A cost is reasonable if it does not exceed an amount that a prudent person would incur under the circumstances prevailing when the decision was made to incur the cost.” All our Statewide Contracts are evaluated on specific criteria, including pricing. If a bidder’s pricing appears to be unreasonable, they do not receive an award. Additionally, in Attachment 3 it is demonstrated that when an agency ordered from the pilot program Statewide Contracts, the Information Services Division (“ISD”) of OMES works with the agency and the supplier to develop a Scope of Work (“SOW”). The SOW is comprised of detailed deliverables and pricing for the relevant goods and/or services. ISD stakeholders are subject matter experts in the relevant work and ensure that all pricing on SOWs is fair, competitive and reasonable. Therefore, OMES also disagrees with the assertion that the vendors on contract are not vetted to ensure that state agencies are getting reasonable costs on their contract. OMES further reiterates that we believe the relevant solicitations were conducted pursuant to the requirements of the Statewide Contract pilot programs and meet competitive bidding requirements. The Statewide Contract pilot programs utilized the same initial procedures as all other Statewide Contracts prescribed in statute. Vendors are required to agree to standard state terms and submit competitive pricing for the goods and/or services within scope of the solicitation. OMES identifies evaluators for every solicitation to conduct an evaluation process relevant to the particular scope of services and to negotiate price when choosing responsive and responsible suppliers. In conclusion, OMES respectfully disagrees with the concerns of the State Auditor’s Office and invites any member of the State Auditor’s team to meet with OMES personnel to further clarify our processes and standards for ensuring fair and competitive procurement practices. Anticipated Completion Date Sine Die Responsible Contact Person
Corrective Action Plan Federal Procurement Audit Finding 2023-002 Town’s Response: The Town concurs with the audit finding and has begun implementing the corrective actions outlined below. 1. Policy Alignment o Revise the Town’s Procurement Policy to explicitly state that federal Uniform Guidance pr...
Corrective Action Plan Federal Procurement Audit Finding 2023-002 Town’s Response: The Town concurs with the audit finding and has begun implementing the corrective actions outlined below. 1. Policy Alignment o Revise the Town’s Procurement Policy to explicitly state that federal Uniform Guidance procurement standards supersede state exemptions when federal funds are used. 2. Procedural Controls o Require a funding source review step in the requisition process: if any portion of funding is federal, staff must apply federal standards. o Incorporate a mandatory compliance checklist for all federally funded procurements, including documentation of cost/price analysis, vendor selection, and conflict of interest certifications. 3. Training & Awareness o Conduct annual training for the Procurement Manager. o Provide written desk guides / “quick reference sheets” for federal vs. state thresholds and documentation requirements. 4. Oversight & Monitoring o Director of Finance/Assistant Finance Director to review and approve all federal-funded procurement files prior to award. o Establish quarterly compliance monitoring of federal procurements, with results reported to the Town Manager via Monthly reports submitted. 5. System Enhancements o Explore Munis configuration options to flag federally funded accounts during requisition entry, ensuring the correct rules are applied.
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