Finding Text
Procurement Policies and Procedures – COVID-19 – Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal
Recovery Fund – AL# 21.027
Condition
The Authority adheres to and follows Virginia Public Procurement Act “VPPA” for procurement, however, under the
requirements of Uniform Guidance, the Authority is required to include provisions from Appendix II of the Uniform
Guidance in procurement contracts. The Authority does not include language in all contracts containing the provisions
required by the Uniform Guidance.
Criteria
Under the requirements in the Uniform Guidance, all required applicable provisions contained in Appendix II to the
Uniform Guidance are to be included in procurement contracts.
Cause
Provision language required by Appendix II of the UG was not included one procurement contract viewed.
Effect
The lack of the Authority’s adherence to the specific requirements of the Uniform Guidance could result in potential
improper procurement using Federal funds.
Recommendation
Management should update existing written procurement contracts to align with Uniform Guidance requirements for all
purchases to be made with Federal funds.
Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action
Management recognizes the importance of compliance with the Uniform Guidance and plans include language in future
contracts that adheres to all requirements.