Finding 389667 (2023-002)

Material Weakness
Requirement
I
Questioned Costs
-
Year
2023
Accepted
2024-03-29
Audit: 300581
Organization: Bradley Angle (OR)

AI Summary

  • Core Issue: There is a material weakness in internal controls due to the procurement policy not aligning with current federal standards (2 CFR Part 200).
  • Impacted Requirements: The policy must meet the procurement standards outlined in CFR 200.318, which supersedes previous guidelines (OMB Circular A-110).
  • Recommended Follow-Up: Update the procurement policy to ensure compliance with 2 CFR Part 200 to avoid potential noncompliance in future transactions.

Finding Text

Type of Finding: Material Weakness in Internal Control over Compliance Federal Agency: United States Department of Health and Human Services Federal Program Name: Family Violence Prevention and Services/Discretionary Assistance Listing Number: 93.592 Federal Award Identification Number and Year: 90EV0467 Award Period for 90EV0467-02 and 90EV0467-03: September 30, 2020 through September 29, 2024 Award Period for 90EV0467-C6: March 15, 2021 through September 30, 2025 Criteria or specific requirement: CFR 200.318 states the non-Federal entity's documented procurement procedures must conform to the procurement standards identified in CFR sections 200.317 through 200.327. Condition: During our procurement testing, it was noted the procurement policy was written to comply with OMB Circular A-110 (2 CFR 215). As the requirements stated in the Circular have been superseded by OMB Uniform Guidance 2 CFR part 200, the policy as it is written is out of compliance. Questioned costs: None. Context: Though the current procurement policy was not updated to comply with 2 CFR Part 200 procurement standards the 3 samples selected during our audit did not identify instances of noncompliance with procurement standards. Cause: Management was not aware of the specific compliance requirement changes and thus, did not update its procurement policy. Effect: By not having an updated policy, the Organization could enter into a material transaction that is not compliant with 2 CFR Part 200. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: We recommend the client update its procurement policy so it is compliant with 2 CFR Part 200. Views of responsible officials: Management agrees with the finding and has provided its corrective action plan.

Categories

Procurement, Suspension & Debarment Material Weakness Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

Other Findings in this Audit

  • 389665 2023-002
    Material Weakness
  • 389666 2023-002
    Material Weakness
  • 389668 2023-002
    Material Weakness
  • 966107 2023-002
    Material Weakness
  • 966108 2023-002
    Material Weakness
  • 966109 2023-002
    Material Weakness
  • 966110 2023-002
    Material Weakness

Programs in Audit

ALN Program Name Expenditures
14.267 Continuum of Care Program $177,238
93.671 Family Violence Prevention and Services/domestic Violence Shelter and Supportive Services $12,661
21.027 Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds $8,656
16.575 Crime Victim Assistance $4,697
93.592 Family Violence Prevention and Services/discretionary $4,103