The OMB Super Circular - Denver, CO

• Purpose of the OMB Super Circular
• Comparison of discretionary grant programs vs. entitlement programs
• Pre-award requirements (federal merit reviews, tribal capacity issues, risk assessments)
• Impacts on “High Risk” tribes
• Conflicts of interest, required certifications and disclosures
• Post-award requirements (performance management requirements; advances & payments)
• Cost sharing and matching requirements
• Budgets & program plans
• Program income rules
• Grant administration and closeout rules
• Cost Principles – Select Items of Cost (discretionary grants and entitlement program differences)
• Audit Requirements (major program determinations, high risk determinations, sanctions for non-compliance)