We recommend Gateway update and follow its procedures to ensure compliance with all Federal requirements and the accuracy of cost information, including cost proposals, submitted to ACF. Gateway did not comply with Federal requirements related to new construction and major renovations of its Head Start facilities. Gateway inappropriately used Disaster Relief Act funds, did not establish that it had a lack of suitable facilities, and submitted an unreliable cost comparison for the construction of a $22 million facility. In addition, Gateway requested and received funds for major renovations based on a cost estimate that was neither accurate nor prepared by an architect or engineer, as required by Federal regulations. Lastly, Gateway did not adhere to Federal regulations and ACF requirements related to filing Federal interest and annual real property status reports.
Questioned Costs
$0
Funds for Better Use
$0
Recommendation Status
Open
Source UUID
21-A-02-103-270664
Recommendation Number
270664
Significant Recommendation
No