Who is responsible for processing receipt and acceptance of self-generated purchases?

The responsibility for processing receipt and acceptance of self-generated purchases typically falls on a Government employee other than the Cardholder (CH). This division of responsibilities ensures proper oversight and accountability, as the Cardholder is primarily responsible for the procurement aspect of purchases made using the Government Purchase Card.

By designating another employee to handle receipt and acceptance, the process is enhanced with checks and balances, reducing the potential for conflicts of interest and errors. This practice aligns with the broader goals of maintaining transparency and accountability in the government purchasing system, ensuring that all transactions are verified and approved by someone who is not personally involved in the purchase decision.

The other roles mentioned, such as the Contracting Officer, Program Manager, and Financial Manager, may have specific responsibilities and authority in the procurement process but are not the primary individuals for processing the receipt and acceptance of these specific self-generated purchases related to the Government Purchase Card. Each of these positions plays a key role in oversight and process management but does not exercise direct responsibility in this particular transaction process.