With respect to the Funds Certifying Process, the following individual is responsible for the listed activities:

 

Funds Certifying Official: The funds certifying official certifies that sufficient funds are available in the identified appropriation and suitable for the intended purpose. The funds certifying official is organizationally detached from the requisitioner, bona fide needs certifier, and the contracting officer to ensure an independent and unbiased certification. The funds certifier shall be authorized in writing by the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to certify funds as to availability and suitability for the intended purpose. The NOAA CFO has delegated this authority to the Line Offices (LO) and Office of Marine and Aviation Operations (OMAO) for their respective offices. The NOAA CFO serves as the CFO for all Staff Offices (SO). The NOAA CFO serves as the CFO for all Staff Offices. Staff Offices shall work with the NOAA CFO to identify and appoint Funds Certifying Officials.