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Problems with state contracts and procurement processes

  • 1.  Problems with state contracts and procurement processes

    Posted 02-14-2023 14:06

    Hi all, we are looking at some type of legislation in Maine to improve the contracting and procurement process for agencies working with the State of Maine. Our contracting system has basically fallen apart in the last 7-9 years. It takes months to get contracts finalized, they often have errors and folks are told to sign them anyway if they dont want their funds held up. And even when they are signed, the funds take months to get released due to the process for approval and encumberment. 

    Are others having these same issues? And if so, what are you doing about them? According to the National Council on Nonprofits, this is becoming a problem across the nation. 

    Any ideas or attempts to address this in your state would be welcome!

    Thanks, 

    Malory



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    Malory Shaughnessy
    Executive Director
    Alliance for Addiction and Mental Health Services
    Augusta ME
    207-621-8118
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