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Board approves food procurement for community support networks; lawmakers ask about estimates and bidding
Summary
The Controlling Board approved a Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services item to buy food and supplies—primarily through Sam’s Club—for residents of two community support networks, with legislators asking why the purchase required board approval and whether competitive bids were sought.
The State Controlling Board approved a Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services request to purchase food and miscellaneous supplies for residents of two community support networks in Lake and Cuyahoga counties, with the agency saying bulk purchases through Sam’s Club provide the best cost.
A department representative told the board the two community support networks are part of the…
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