NIST Was Effective in Implementing the Requirements for Awarding Funds Under the CARES Act
Inspection / Evaluation · Department of Commerce OIG · 2021-08-05 · about Department of Commerce
Report
Title
NIST Was Effective in Implementing the Requirements for Awarding Funds Under the CARES Act
Submitting OIG
Department of Commerce OIG
Component agency
Department of Commerce
Type
Inspection / Evaluation
Publication date
2021-08-05
Summary
Our objective was to determine whether NIST is complying with the requirements of the CARES Act. Specifically, we determined (1) what steps NIST took to implement and comply with the CARES Act, (2) challenges NIST faced during implementation, and (3) NIST’s status in the processing of applications and awarding funds under the CARES Act. Overall, we found that NIST implemented and followed the requirements of the CARES Act and applicable grant award policies and procedures.