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Issued by: Administration for Children and Families (ACF)
Issue Date: November 21, 2019
Requesting Payment of Federal Awards
Awards issued from the Department of Health and Human Services are paid through the Payment Management ServicesVisit disclaimer page, formerly known as the Division of Payment Management, operating under the Program Support Center (PSC). PSC provides automated grant payment and cash management services for grants issued by Federal Government Awarding Agencies. PSC operates the centralized payment system, Payment Management System (PMS), and acts as a liaison between the ACF to resolve any discrepancies.
If this is your first award through PMS, it is recommended that you review the information provided on their website for Grant RecipientsVisit disclaimer page. The Grant Recipient FAQsVisit disclaimer page section provides basic information to frequently asked questions. It is mandatory that all new recipients complete and send to PSC a Direct Deposit Sign-Up Form (SF 1199A) and a PMS Access Form. For more information, please visit Domestic Banking Direct DepositVisit disclaimer page section.
PMS is a web-based system and funds are electronically deposited into the designated bank account on the next business day. Funds may be drawn as a reimbursement or to accommodate your immediate needs and must not be held in excess of three (3) working days. The payment method for state agencies shall be consistent with the Treasury/State CMIA agreements or default procedures codified under 31 CFR Part 205.
For assistance on navigating and/or responding to PMS user questions, the PMS Help DeskVisit disclaimer page provides assistance to all system users.
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