Finding 1168823 (2022-006)

Material Weakness Repeat Finding
Requirement
A
Questioned Costs
-
Year
2022
Accepted
2026-01-12
Audit: 381011
Organization: Bell County (TX)

AI Summary

  • Core Issue: The District lacks written policies for procurements and allowable costs as required by the Uniform Guidance.
  • Impacted Requirements: Noncompliance with 2 CFR 200.302(b)(7), 2 CFR 200.318(a), and 2 CFR 200.319(d) may jeopardize future grant awards.
  • Recommended Follow-Up: Develop and implement policies, provide training for staff, and ensure compliance by January 31, 2026.

Finding Text

Condition: The District has not adopted written policies or procedures regarding procurements or the determination of allowable costs in accordance with the Uniform Guidance. Criteria: 2 CFR 200.302(b)(7), 2 CFR 200.318(a), and 2 CFR 200.319(d). Cause of Condition: Unfamiliarity with requirements stated in 2 CFR 200 of the Uniform Guidance.Effect of Condition: Effect is a state of noncompliance which may impact future grant awards or failure to identify and reject un-allowed costs charged to grant programs. Questioned Costs: none. Recommendation: Draft and adopt policies and procedures to become compliant with Uniform Guidance. Corrective Action Plan: Agency policies and procedures, including a guidance template will be clearly defined to ensure compliance with Uniform Guidance. All department managers and administrative staff will attend training and routine follow-up training on purchasing policies and procedures. A sign in sheet will be required for those attending. Contact Person: Grant Accounting Specialist Anticipated Completion Date: 01/31/2026

Corrective Action Plan

Condition: The District has not adopted written policies or procedures regarding procurements or the determination of allowable costs in accordance with the Uniform Guidance. Criteria: 2 CFR 200.302(b)(7), 2 CFR 200.318(a), and 2 CFR 200.319(d). Cause of Condition: Unfamiliarity with requirements stated in 2 CFR 200 of the Uniform Guidance.Effect of Condition: Effect is a state of noncompliance which may impact future grant awards or failure to identify and reject un-allowed costs charged to grant programs. Questioned Costs: none. Recommendation: Draft and adopt policies and procedures to become compliant with Uniform Guidance. Corrective Action Plan: Agency policies and procedures, including a guidance template will be clearly defined to ensure compliance with Uniform Guidance. All department managers and administrative staff will attend training and routine follow-up training on purchasing policies and procedures. A sign in sheet will be required for those attending. Contact Person: Grant Accounting Specialist Anticipated Completion Date: 01/31/2026

Categories

Procurement, Suspension & Debarment Allowable Costs / Cost Principles

Other Findings in this Audit

  • 1168818 2022-001
    Material Weakness Repeat
  • 1168819 2022-002
    Material Weakness Repeat
  • 1168820 2022-003
    Material Weakness Repeat
  • 1168821 2022-004
    Material Weakness Repeat
  • 1168822 2022-005
    Material Weakness Repeat
  • 1168824 2022-007
    Material Weakness Repeat
  • 1168825 2022-008
    Material Weakness Repeat
  • 1168826 2022-009
    Material Weakness Repeat

Programs in Audit

ALN Program Name Expenditures
10.557 WIC SPECIAL SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION PROGRAM FOR WOMEN, INFANTS, AND CHILDREN $3.40M
93.268 IMMUNIZATION COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS $300,000
93.354 PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY RESPONSE: COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT FOR EMERGENCY RESPONSE: PUBLIC HEALTH CRISIS RESPONSE $281,334
93.778 MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM $267,445
93.069 PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS $194,359
93.116 PROJECT GRANTS AND COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS FOR TUBERCULOSIS CONTROL PROGRAMS $58,296
93.991 PREVENTIVE HEALTH AND HEALTH SERVICES BLOCK GRANT $55,966
93.323 EPIDEMIOLOGY AND LABORATORY CAPACITY FOR INFECTIOUS DISEASES (ELC) $48,556
93.217 FAMILY PLANNING SERVICES $10,685