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2022-003 FINDING Federal Program Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (AL 21.027) Procurement, Suspension, Debarment Criteria Organizations must follow federal procurement standards as set out in 2 CFR section 200.318 through 200.326. For purchases that exceed $10,000, small purchase procedures must be followed including obtaining multiple quotes. Condition For an equipment purchase contract that exceeded $10,000, the County failed to obtain multiple quotes. Questioned Costs None Context The County was not in compliance with federal procurement standards. Cause Oversight by County staff. Effect County failed to obtain multiple quotes and was not in compliance with federal procurement requirements. Repeat Finding No Recommendation The County should implement procedures to ensure that federal procurement standards are followed for federal grant purchases. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions The County agrees with the recommendation and will review its procedures.