Located in:
- III. Operational Planning Elements
The Unified or Combined State Plan must include an Operational Planning Elements section that supports the State’s strategy and the system-wide vision described in Section II(c) above. Unless otherwise noted, all Operational Planning Elements apply to Combined State Plan partner programs included in the plan as well as to core programs. This section must include—
- b. State Operating Systems and Policies
The Unified or Combined State Plan must include a description of the State operating systems and policies that will support the implementation of the State strategy described in section II Strategic Elements. This includes—
- 5. Distribution of Funds for Core Programs
Describe the methods and factors the State will use in distributing funds under the core programs in accordance with the provisions authorizing such distributions.
- 5. Distribution of Funds for Core Programs
- b. State Operating Systems and Policies
III. b. 5. B. ii. Describe how the eligible agency will ensure direct and equitable access to all eligible providers to apply and compete for funds and how the eligible agency will ensure that it is using the same grant or contract announcement and application procedure for all eligible providers
Current Narrative:
The Department of LEO ensured direct and equitable access to all eligible providers by publishing the grant announcement and applicable documents on the LEO website. Formal announcement of the Request for Proposals was widely circulated via press releases and on all LEO’s distribution lists. Associations representing adult educators, literacy councils, community colleges, and workforce development agencies were notified of the grant opportunity.
LEO has issued policy in accordance with the Uniform Guidance at 2 CFR Parts 200 and 2900, which establishes State requirements and highlights federal requirements for procurement. The information provided in Policy Issuance (PI 19-30) is intended to aid grantees and sub grantees in administering LEO funded formula grants and, as applicable, other LEO grants. It is not intended to unduly supplant or replace federal or state regulations and requirements contained in applicable federal and state statutes. The policy requires grantees and sub grantees to establish, maintain, and follow written procurement standards and procedures that are in compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations. PI 19-30 pertains to all programs and grants administered by LEO-Workforce Development (WD). All procurements made in whole or in part with funds administered by WD shall be conducted in a manner that provides full and open competition.