Finding 485457 (2023-002)

Criteria: The Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Section 200.318 - 200.326 require written policies concerning methods of procurement for goods and services. Condition: The Foundation did not have a written procurement policy that included all of the required elements during 2023. Cause: This is the first year that the Foundation was required to have a Single audit and as such is still in the process of developing and adopting specific policies and procedures to ensure its internal practices are in alignment with the Uniform Guidance. Effect: The Foundation is not in compliance with Section 200.318 - 200.326 of the Code of Federal Regulations. Auditor’s Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation adopt a formal written procurement policy in the format and with the elements required by 2 CFR Sections 200.318 to 200.326. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: The Foundation’s management team agrees with this finding and remains fully committed to both developing and adopting specific procurement policies for federal expenditures which will better ensure its internal practices are in alignment with the Uniform Guidance.