Report Cites Problems with Seattle School District's Small Works Roster Program

The Seattle School District hired a consultant, The Sutor Group, based in Bellevue, Washington, to review the district's management of its Small Works Roster program for construction projects estimated to cost less than $200,000.

The report issued by the consultant found a number of irregularities that were outlined in a letter dated January 15, 2009. As a result of the report, the district has moved the administration of the Roster program to the district's Procurement Department. Previously, it was managed by staff also responsible for the small business program.