GSA Inspector General Highlights Need for Improved Reimbursable Work Authorization Management within Public Buildings Service
The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) Office of Inspector General (OIG) recently released a report detailing findings from an implementation review of a corrective action plan concerning the GSA Public Buildings Service’s (PBS) Special Programs Division. The report, titled “Implementation Review of Corrective Action Plan: The GSA Public Buildings Service’s Special Programs Division Is Not Effectively Managing Reimbursable Work Authorizations,” (Report Number A210045/P/2/R23001), dated December 2, 2022, was published on the GSA OIG website on March 28, 2025.
This review was undertaken to assess the effectiveness of the Special Programs Division’s management of Reimbursable Work Authorizations (RWAs). RWAs are a critical mechanism through which other federal agencies request and fund services from GSA’s Public Buildings Service. These services can encompass a wide range of support, from design and construction projects to facility management and sustainability initiatives.
The OIG’s report indicates that the Special Programs Division has not been effectively managing these RWAs. While specific details of the deficiencies are not elaborated in the provided information, the core finding suggests that the processes and controls in place are not sufficiently robust to ensure efficient and compliant oversight of these reimbursable activities. This could potentially lead to issues such as project delays, cost overruns, or a lack of clear accountability for the funds and services exchanged.
The publication of this report underscores the GSA OIG’s commitment to ensuring that GSA programs are managed in an efficient, effective, and accountable manner. By identifying areas where improvements are needed, the OIG plays a vital role in helping GSA to better serve its client agencies and ultimately, the American taxpayer.
The report serves as a call to action for the Special Programs Division to re-evaluate and strengthen its management practices related to RWAs. It is anticipated that the Division will be taking steps to implement the recommendations outlined in the OIG’s report to address the identified shortcomings and enhance the oversight of these important interagency agreements. This focus on improving operational effectiveness is essential for maintaining the trust and confidence placed in GSA by its federal partners.
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