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C. Fiscal Capacity 1, Describe the process used to capture and report fiscal data? The BRIDGE has an excellent track record of contract compliance and has a system of checks and balances from file review to timing of exits and performance cohorts; sign off authority of expenditures; internal and external audits and generally accepted accounting principles are used and full knowledge of required OMB Circulars related to funding streams. We maintain an internal database system that tracks and reports all participant activities including performance levels on enrollments, placements, wage earnings, employment retention, financial and invoice reporting, training/education Approved allocation percentages are used and input into QuickBooks for fiscal tracking, invoicing and budgeting. All invoices, bills, reimbursements and other documents are submitted to our fiscal unit for processing. Once received all documents are scanned into a PDF and then input into our electronic fiscal system (Professional Quick Books). Once this has been completed the system generates a structured electronic output in the required format which can then be used for billing auditing and analytics. Hard copies are filed and maintained for additional auditing purposes. We adhere to generally accepted accounting principles and OMB Guidelines for Non-Profits are used. 2. Attach a copy of the procurement policies and~rocedures. Please see Attachment 3. What systems are used to ensure fiscal accountability and appropriate expenditures and planned costs? The BRIDGE is experienced in the use of multiple payment sources and is also experienced in contract management including receipt of training funds from employers, Employment Training Panel funding and Department of Labor Susan Harwood Grant and Construction Development Funds. Staffing includes the Executive Director, Accountant and Payroll Clerk that handles contract-related matters with oversight from the Board of Directors. Operational efficiency and adherence to appropriate organizational and procedural protocols is essential to goal achievement. The BRIDGE program includes a comprehensive Policy and Procedures Manual to guide service delivery. This document has been designed to ensure that operational and procedural protocols are followed and program designs, measurements and fiscal responsibility remain consistent. 4. Describe invoicing process and list qualifications of staff assigned to task A class tracking monthly invoice captures the allocations to be billed to appropriate funding sources. All invoices are received and then scanned into our electronic system. They are coded in order to ensure credit to proper account. Hard copies are maintained for auditing and monitoring purposes. Once the bills, invoices and other related document are input, invoicing is done ensuring all monies are appropriately allocated. The BRIDGE subcontracts with New Genesis who provides us with Barbara McCoy, an eminently qualified accountant and bookkeeper. Ms. McCoy has worked in the accounting and bookkeeping sector for more than 15 years and is very familiar with The BRIDGE's accounting software (QuickBooks online - professional). She has experience in working with community based organizations/non-profits and is familiar Page ~ 14 EXHIBIT A