Evaluation of NARA’s Controls Over Records Relocation

Date Issued

Monday, September 30, 2024

Submitting OIG

National Archives and Records Administration OIG

Other Participating OIGs

National Archives and Records Administration OIG

Agencies Reviewed/Investigated

National Archives and Records Administration

Report Number

24-R-10

Report Type

Inspection / Evaluation

Agency Wide

Yes

Number of Recommendations

Questioned Costs

Funds for Better Use

Open Recommendations

This report has 6 open recommendations.

Recommendation Number	Significant Recommendation	Recommended Questioned Costs	Recommended Funds for Better Use
1	No	$0	$0
Implement a documented process requiring the assignment of aQuality Assurance Evaluator for future relocation of records project(s).
2	No	$0	$0
Ensure a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan is developed andimplemented requiring onsite supervision to provide proper oversight and compliancewith the PWS.
3a	No	$0	$0
In collaboration with applicable parties, ensure PWS requirementsare developed to reflect the procedures necessary to protect and account for therelocation of archival records that should include:a. Implementing a documented process requiring the assignment of a QualityAssurance Evaluator for future relocation of records project(s).
3b	No	$0	$0
In collaboration with applicable parties, ensure PWS requirementsare developed to reflect the procedures necessary to protect and account for therelocation of archival records that should include:Ensuring a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan is developed, approved, andimplemented requiring onsite supervision to provide proper oversight andcompliance with the PWS.
4	No	$0	$0
Develop and implement standard operating procedures to ensurethat Research Services personnel comply with the PWS requirements.
5	No	$0	$0
Develop and implement standard operating procedures tocommunicate final PWS requirements to all responsible parties before the contract isawarded.