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XI.7.A Revenue Contracts – XI. Procurement and Contract Management
… agency demonstrate a reasonable process has been followed to secure fair and reasonable contract terms. Typically, that … documenting the decisions made and the approaches taken in selecting the contractor. The process shall include, but is not limited to, a clear statement of need, a description of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xi/xi7a-revenue-contractsCost-Saving Ideas: Using State Contracts to Acquire Goods or Services
… and money. State contracts can provide many necessities for local governments and school districts like road salt, … commodities, service and technology. Capitalizing on the State's buying power and expertise may result in lower … and school districts. You can view OGS contracts on its website at www.ogs.ny.gov , or register to receive …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/cost-saving-ideas-using-state-contracts-acquire-goods-or-servicesState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… fiscal climate, budget transparency and accountability for our local communities is a top priority," said DiNapoli. … and failed to file required annual financial reports for the last four fiscal years. As a result, the board did … (Essex County) The board never prepared an itemized budget for the town hall expansion project outlining the financing …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/10/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-auditsContract Award and Performance
… Background NYSERDA, a public benefit corporation created in 1975 by the New York State Legislature, is governed by a … mission is to “Advance innovative energy solutions in ways that improve New York’s economy and environment.” … value is $50,000 or less; and Minority or Women Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) contracts valued at $200,000 or …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/12/22/contract-award-and-performanceLocalities’ Procurements of Paper Ballots
… period January 1, 2010 to December 31, 2012. Background In New York State, each of the 57 counties outside of New … geographic areas. Elections within the five counties in New York City are jointly administered by the New York … administering and enforcing all laws relating to elections in the State and providing oversight to the Local Election …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/03/30/localities-procurements-paper-ballotsComptroller DiNapoli Releases School District Audits
… officials did not obtain current proof of residency for all students. Officials also did not provide the board with …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/10/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-district-auditsState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… municipal finances and operations, my office continues to provide taxpayers the assurance that their money is being … purposes. In addition, auditors found the village began to effectively enforce the collection of delinquent real … up to $9.8 million for water fund improvements. Find out how your government money is spent at Open Book New York . …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/08/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-auditsChurchville-Chili Central School District – Procurement (2025M-18)
… totaling $32.6 million. Demonstrate that prior to awarding all three contracts, totaling approximately $4 million, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2025/06/20/churchville-chili-central-school-district-procurement-2025m-18Purchasing and Procurement Practices
… for goods and services. Key Findings Our audit found NYRA does not have adequate monitoring and oversight over its purchasing … competition is not fully promoted, and overspending may have occurred. Specifically: NYRA made a significant number …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/03/16/purchasing-and-procurement-practicesDiNapoli Op-Ed: New York Should Opt Into Public Financing of Elections
… Attorney General, State Senate and Assembly. Campaigns are big business in New York, and vast sums are required to mount … household income? Many believe the influence of big money in politics sometimes causes elected officials to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/08/dinapoli-op-ed-new-york-should-opt-public-financing-electionsComptroller's Oversight of State Contracts
… whole or in part from State appropriations. In addition, any State agency seeking to waive competitive bidding and … Search over 240,000 contracts that State agencies have with businesses, not-for-profit organizations and other … Search over 240,000 contracts that State agencies have with businesses, not-for-profit organizations and other …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/contracts/oversightCincinnatus Central School District – Procurement (2021M-111)
Determine whether Cincinnatus Central School District (District) officials sought competition to procure goods and services not subject to competitive bidding requirements.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2021/pdf/cincinnatus-2021-111.pdfState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… aligned with the corporation’s purpose and were conducted in accordance with its bylaws and acquisition and disposition … the chief water operator procured all goods and services in accordance with village policy. As a result, there is an … for goods and services or made purchases that were not in the best interest of taxpayers. For example, of the 195 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/03/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-auditsTown of Danby – Claims Processing and Procurement (2022M-127)
Determine whether the Town of Danby (Town) Board (Board) sought competition when procuring goods and services and audited claims prior to payment.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2022/pdf/danby-town-2022-127.pdfComptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… P. DiNapoli today announced his office completed audits of the Caledonia-Mumford Central School District , Genesee … agreement with its bank, district officials told us they do not have an agreement with the bank. They also did not … describe if there are any conditions or circumstances when soliciting proposals or quotes for professional services …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/10/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-auditsComptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… Fire Company , Town of Mooers and the Town of Murray . “In today’s fiscal climate, budget transparency and … between bank accounts as revenues and expenditures in the accounting system. In addition, the treasurer incorrectly recorded the real …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/07/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-1Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… Management (Seneca County) The board did not effectively manage and monitor the budgets for the general, water and … a 2017 deficit fund balance of $39,283 and a general fund advance with a balance of $45,662. … New York State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/04/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-auditsState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal & School Audits
… goods and services were purchased without the benefit of competition, resulting in the increased risk that taxpayer … last five years for 43 professional service contracts (91% of contracts audited) totaling $1.8 million and did not … obtained for 48 purchase and public works contracts (100% of contracts audited) totaling $443,734. Holland Patent …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/01/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-school-audits-0Opinion 93-3
… longer represent those views if, among other things, there have been subsequent court cases or statutory amendments that … see also 1988 Opns St Comp, No. 88-35, p 65). The courts have also noted that professional service contracts often … by requests for proposals, written or verbal quotations or any other method of procurement which furthers the statutory …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-93-3Wynantskill Union Free School District – Purchasing (2022M-85)
Determine whether the Wynantskill Union Free School District (District) sought competition when purchasing goods and services that fell below the statutory bidding thresholds.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2022/pdf/wynantskill-2022-85.pdf