Submitting OIG:
Report Description:
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) estimated that the City of Cedar Falls, Iowa (City), had sustained approximately $893,000 in damage caused by severe storms and flooding from September 21 through October 3, 2016. We audited early in the grant process to identify areas in which the City may need additional technical assistance or monitoring to ensure compliance with Federal procurement requirements. Except for procurement, the City’s policies, procedures, and business practices appear to be adequate to account for and expend FEMA grant funds according to Federal regulations and FEMA policies. Specifically, the City’s procurement policies did not provide sufficient opportunities for disadvantaged firms to compete for contracts, or prevent awarding contracts to debarred or suspended contractors. After we discussed these issues, City officials moved quickly to modify procurement policies to comply with Federal requirements.
Date Issued:
Thursday, February 15, 2018
Agency Reviewed / Investigated:
Submitting OIG-Specific Report Number:
OIG 18-49
Component, if applicable:
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Location(s):
IA
United StatesType of Report:
Disaster Recovery Report
Number of Recommendations:
2
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