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In August, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) released a memo announcing revisions to 2 CFR Part 200 – Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principals, and Audit Requirements for federal awards. The revisions were effective October 1, 2024. All sponsors of the USDA Child Nutrition Programs must follow the Uniform Grant Guidance(UGG). These regulations are in addition to the Child Nutrition Program regulations and cover management of your federal award and procurement of goods and services.
The following revisions to Uniform Grant Guidance are most relevant to USDA Child Nutrition Programs:
- Increase in the de minimis indirect cost rate from 10% to 15% of Modified Total Direct Costs
Recipients and subrecipients, of federal awards, that do not have a current federal negotiated indirect cost rate (including provisional rate) may elect to charge a de minimis rate of up to 15% of modified total direct costs (MTDC). The recipient or subrecipient is authorized to determine the appropriate rate up to this limit. eCFR: 2 CFR 200.414 – Indirect costs.
- Increase in the threshold for determining equipment from a per unit cost of $5,000 to $10,000
The updated regulations increased the threshold value for equipment from $5,000 to $10,000. This change affects Local Education Agencies (LEAs) who are required to seek prior approval for equipment purchases with a per unit value of $10,000 or more in accordance with 2 CFR 200.439. eCFR: 2 CFR 200.313 – Equipment & Procurement.
- Increase in the upper limit for computers as supplies from $5,000 to $10,000 and increase in the threshold for reporting unused supplies from an aggregate value of greater than $5,000 to $10,000
The updated regulations increased the threshold from $5,000 to $10,000. The definition of unused supplies means supplies that are in new condition, not having been used or opened before. The aggregate value of supplies consists of all supply types, not just like item supplies. eCFR: 2 CFR 200.314 – Supplies.
- Increase in the Single Audit Threshold from $750,000 to $1 million
Increased threshold for single audit or program-specific audit from $750,000 to $1,000,0000. Non-federal entities that expend $1,000,000 or more during the non-federal entities fiscal year in federal awards must have a single or program-specific audit conducted for that year. For procurement transactions in which the contractor is made responsible for meeting program requirements, the auditee must ensure the requirements are met and review the contractor’s records. eCFR: 2 CFR 200.501 – Audit requirements.
Child Nutrition Services (CNS) is updating resources and systems to reflect the changes in the guidance.
Questions? Contact CNS Procurement.
The full text and final revisions to the UGG can be found at Federal Register :: Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance and frequently asked questions at uniformguidancefaqs.pdf.
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 Register for the Summer Meals Summit!
Join OSPI and partners for a Summer Meals Summit! This one-day event will feature discussions, panels, presentations, and networking opportunities to help take your summer programs to the next level.
Tacoma | March 5, 2025
Yakima | March 19, 2025
See article below for more information.
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Join the FY25 SFSP/SSO Kickoff Webinar!
Join us for a short webinar to discuss summer meal program options, meet our staff, and hear about 2025 SFSP/SSO plans.
Register for the webinar
Date: Wednesday, February 26, 2025
Time: 2–3pm
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In summer 2025, Washington state will operate Summer EBT, “SUN Bucks,” a grocery benefit program that provides families $120 for each eligible school-aged child to buy groceries when school is out. This permanent program is in addition to free meals that kids of all ages can get at summer meal sites in their communities. |
Benefits of Summer EBT:
- Helps parents and caregivers buy healthy food for their children.
- Gives families the flexibility to select foods that fit their culture and lifestyle.
- Improves food security and diet quality for participating children.
Eligibility:
- Children who live in a household that already receives assistance program benefits (SNAP, TANF, FDPIR), OR
- Children who attend a school that operates the NSLP or SBP, AND
- Is directly certified for free and reduced-price school meals, or
- Submits a qualifying free and reduced-price meal application, or
- Submits a qualifying Family Income Survey (FIS), or
- Submits a Summer EBT application
Help Families in Your Community:
Questions? Visit https://www.fns.usda.gov/sebt or https://www.dshs.wa.gov/sunbucks
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ALL STUDENTS PREPARED FOR POST-SECONDARY PATHWAYS, CAREERS, AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT.
Led by State Superintendent Chris Reykdal, OSPI oversees K-12 public education in Washington state. Our mission is to provide funding, resources, tools, data and technical assistance that enable educators to ensure students succeed in our public schools, are prepared to access post-secondary training and education, and are equipped to thrive in their careers and lives.
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ADA NOTIFICATION FOR OSPI CHILD NUTRITION SERVICES EVENTS
To arrange accommodations for persons with disabilities for OSPI Child Nutrition Services events, please contact the Child Nutrition Services Team at 360-725-6200, TTY 360-664-3631, or by email, child.nutrition@k12.wa.us at least three business days before the event. Please note that the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) does not require OSPI to take any action that would fundamentally alter the nature of its programs or services, or impose an undue financial or administrative burden.
This Institution is an Equal Opportunity Provider.
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