Can counties use CMIPS II implementation allocations to purchase new hardware?
A No, this does not fit into any of the four categories. The IT and Network Support implementation allocation is to accomplish activities specifically described in the Implementation Overview Directors Packet. (See sections 5.3, 5.3.4, 5.4.3, and 5.4.3.1). These activities are related to project organization, planning, and staffing workgroups. After hardware specification requirements are released, counties will want to compare that with their current equipment. If new hardware is needed, counties will use their standard process for procurement. CMIPS II implementation activity funds should not be diverted to this use.