Finding 971564 (2019-002)

Material Weakness Repeat Finding
Requirement
I
Questioned Costs
-
Year
2019
Accepted
2024-04-30
Audit: 305046
Organization: Family Center of Hope (TN)
Auditor: Wharton CPA LLC

AI Summary

  • Core Issue: The Family Center of Hope did not obtain formal bids for construction costs exceeding $1,500,000.
  • Impacted Requirements: This violates the Louisiana State Public Bid Law, which mandates bids for public works over $250,000.
  • Recommended Follow-Up: Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local procurement laws moving forward.

Finding Text

Public Bid Law: Condition: Family Center of Hope budgeted construction costs for damage to their property at over $1,500,000, but the agency did not obtain formal bids for the work. Criteria: The Louisiana State Public Bid law (RS 38-2212) requires the agency to advertise for and receive bids prior to contract issuance for public works exceeding $250,000. Cause: The cause is undeterminable. Effect: The agency did not comply with the Louisiana Public Bid Law or Federal procurement laws. Recommendation: It is recommended that the agency comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding procurement of services.

Categories

Procurement, Suspension & Debarment

Other Findings in this Audit

  • 395121 2019-001
    Material Weakness Repeat
  • 395122 2019-002
    Material Weakness Repeat
  • 395123 2019-003
    Material Weakness Repeat
  • 971563 2019-001
    Material Weakness Repeat
  • 971565 2019-003
    Material Weakness Repeat

Programs in Audit

ALN Program Name Expenditures
97.036 Disaster Grants - Public Assistance (presidentially Declared Disasters) $795,916