Finding Text
2023-005: Established Written Procurement Policy
Criteria or specific requirement: As a recipient of Federal grant funds, the Center is expected to comply with procurement regulations applicable to Federal grantees via an established written procurement policy, in accordance with Title 2 U.S. CFR Part 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance).
Condition: The Center’s written Procurement Policy does not comply with Uniform Guidance.
Cause: The cause is due to a lack of understanding of requirements outlined by the Uniform Guidance.
Effect or potential effect: Without a policy in place that complies with Uniform Guidance in place, the Center may not exhaust all efforts to award contract(s) under a process where maximum competition is achieved in order to obtain the most reasonable price.
Recommendation: The Center should establish a written Procurement Policy that adheres to Uniform Guidance requirements.
Views of responsible officials: Refer to the Corrective Action Plan prepared by the Center in regard to this matter.