Frequency

To determine the need and frequency of program compliance monitoring reviews, TRF uses a risk assessment process. This process focuses on the following risk factors:
  • The program’s total number of grants.
  • The program’s total dollar amount in grants.
  • Past performance history (eGrants grading system).
  • Use of subcontractors.
  • Size and complexity of project.
  • Personnel costs (high risk factor).
  • Equipment purchase with a value over a specified amount.
  • New subgrantees to Traffic Safety.
  • Potential program income.
  • Project Manager request.
  • Receipt by TRF of adverse audit findings or other adverse information.
  • A stated combination of frequency and risk factors.
Identifying these risk factors allows the prioritization of grants within TRF-BTS program areas representing the greatest need for compliance monitoring, which helps TRF better allocate its resources.
For program areas with a large number of projects, multiple projects may be considered for desk reviews during the year.