Issue: The organization chose a vendor for produce purchases without a formal contract.
Compliance Impact: This action violates §226.22 of the CFR Title 7 Subpart E (Procurement Standards).
Recommendation: Formalize a contract with the vendor to ensure compliance and avoid future issues.
Finding Text
The organization designated a vendor for purchases of produce without
awarding a formal contract to the vendor and was therefore not in compliance with §226.22 of
the CFR Title 7 Subpart E (Procurement Standards).