Should every Governmentwide Commercial Purchase Card Cardholder be issued both a card and convenience checks?

The rationale behind the assertion that not every Governmentwide Commercial Purchase Card cardholder should be issued both a card and convenience checks lies in the specific intended use and regulatory controls surrounding these tools.

The Governmentwide Commercial Purchase Card is designed to facilitate the purchase of supplies and services efficiently within designated spending limits, whereas convenience checks are intended for situations that cannot be accommodated through traditional purchasing methods. Issuing both to every cardholder can lead to unnecessary risk, regulatory compliance issues, and potential misuse.

Furthermore, the necessity for checks is determined by the nature of the purchases the cardholder is expected to make. Not all cardholders may require the flexibility that convenience checks offer; therefore, issuing them indiscriminately is not practical or justified. This selective distribution aligns with the overall objectives of the GPC program, which emphasizes efficiency, accountability, and strict adherence to procurement regulations.