Use of GovWorks and Other Franchise Funds
Mandatory Reference for ADS 306
Reference Issuance Date: 11/18/2011
Policy Issuance Date: 11/08/2008
Responsible Office: M/MPBP/POL
File Name: 306maf_111811
Overview
This reference serves to explain Franchise Funds – including GovWorks. It also establishes the policy and procedures for USAID's "pilot program" with GovWorks (and any other Franchise Fund or Cooperative Administrative Support Units (CASU) through which USAID staff obtain procurement services). This policy provides guidance on when and how USAID staff may use the procurement services of Franchise Funds like GovWorks during the pilot phase of one year established in this reference.