Finding 20141 (2022-003)

Significant Deficiency in Internal Control Over Compliance Finding 2022-003 Procurement Condition The district did not adhere to the appropriate procurement methods for certain purchases. Criteria State and, therefore, federal regulations require that for purchases of $21,900 or more, procurement should be made using the competitive sealed bids method. Cause For two purchases, the district obtained quotes instead of using the competitive sealed bids method. Effect Not using the appropriate procurement method, could lead to the district not obtaining the most advantageous prices for the purchase of goods or services. Recommendation We recommend that the district adhere to state and federal regulations. Auditee Response Management understands and concurs with the aforementioned findings. The Business Manager will provide updated procurement regulations to those responsible for making purchases. The Business Manager will implement processes to identify all purchases that would require specific procurement methods.