FINDING 2025-005 – Procurement, Suspension, and Debarment (Partially Repeated from Prior Year Finding 2024-002) Audit Finding Description: For fourteen (14) out of fourteen (14) procurement transactions tested related to procurement and suspension and debarment compliance, the following was noted: 1...
FINDING 2025-005 – Procurement, Suspension, and Debarment (Partially Repeated from Prior Year Finding 2024-002) Audit Finding Description: For fourteen (14) out of fourteen (14) procurement transactions tested related to procurement and suspension and debarment compliance, the following was noted: 1. The Inner Voice, Inc. did not complete the appropriate procurement process. 2. The Inner Voice, Inc. did not maintain appropriate documentation to support the procurement method utilized. 3. The Inner Voice, Inc. did not maintain documentation evidencing that suspension and debarment searches were performed. Explanation of Disagreement with Audit Finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Corrective Action Plan: Management will review procurement policies and procedures to align with Uniform Guidance requirements. This will include documentation of procurement methods, adherence to competitive procurement standards, and verification of suspension and debarment status. Management will also provide training to concerned staff to ensure consistent implementation of the updated policies. Name of Contact Person Responsible for Corrective Action: Diana Mitchell, CPO / Khurram Navaid, CFO Planned Completion Date: March 01, 2026