Federal Grant Procurement Checklist.docx

The document outlines a comprehensive checklist for procurement procedures related to Federal grants, emphasizing adherence to Federal regulations and maintaining written standards of conduct. It covers various aspects such as avoiding unnecessary acquisitions, encouraging intergovernmental agreements, utilizing surplus property, and incorporating value engineering clauses in contracts. The checklist details requirements for procurement transactions, competition standards, different procurement methods based on thresholds, and specific procedures for construction projects. It also addresses contracting with small and minority businesses, procurement of recovered materials, contract cost and price analysis, bonding requirements, contract provisions, and contractor selection criteria. Additionally, it highlights the importance of oversight in contract administration and the necessity of cost or price analysis for procurement and contract modifications.