PBS NCR Did Not Fully Comply with Fire Protection Requirements for the U.S. Tax Court Building

Date Issued

Monday, March 16, 2026

Submitting OIG

General Services Administration OIG

Agencies Reviewed/Investigated

General Services Administration

Report Number

A250046/P/R/R26003

Report Type

Audit

Agency Wide

Yes

Number of Recommendations

Questioned Costs

Funds for Better Use

Report updated under NDAA 5274

Open Recommendations

This report has 2 open recommendations.

Recommendation Number	Significant Recommendation	Recommended Questioned Costs	Recommended Funds for Better Use
1	Yes	$0	$0
We recommend that the PBS Commissioner strengthen oversight to ensure full compliance with fire protection requirements by: a. Establishing and implementing procedures and controls to verify compliance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards and PBS policies, including consistent use of the National Computerized Maintenance Management System for planning, tracking, and documentation. b. Ensuring all fire doors are promptly inspected, repaired, or replaced to maintain proper functionality and compliance with applicable safety standards and fire codes. c. Conducting and documenting fire drills at sufficient frequency to meet NFPA Standard 101, Life Safety Code; Federal Management Regulation Part 102-74, Facility Management; and PBS requirements. Ensure full occupant participation and accurate recording of results. d. Finalizing and implementing an approved evacuation plan that meets NFPA Standard 101 requirements.
2	Yes	$0	$0
We recommend that the PBS Commissioner provide training to PBS building management at the U.S. Tax Court Building and the contracting officer’s representatives to ensure the building’s operations and maintenance contractor adheres to contract provisions related to the building’s fire protection requirements.