Finding 38927 (2022-003)

Criteria - Management is responsible for procuring engineering services. CFR ?1780.39 (b) states applicants should negotiate for procurement of professional services, whereby competitor?s qualifications are evaluated and the most qualified competitor is selected, subject to negotiations of fair and reasonable compensation. CFR ?1780.39(b)(l)(i) states applicants shall publicly announce all requirements for engineering and architectural services. Condition - The engineering services for the construction of water district #6 was not procured in accordance with CFR ?1780.39. Effect of Condition - The Town may not have received the fairest and most reasonable pricing for engineering services or selected the most qualified firm. Recommendation - We recommend that the Town procure these services in the future. Management?s Response - (3) Audit Finding 2022-003 - The engineering services for the construction of water district #6 was not procured. (a) Implementation Plan of Actions - The Town will procure engineering services in the future. (b) Implementation Date - This will be implemented for the year ended December 31, 2023. (c) Persons Responsible for Implementation - The Town Board and Supervisor of the Town of Alexander.