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Restricted Independent Activity Fund (IAF) Purchases

Division of Financial Management

About this Form

Form number: 281-54

Audience:  MCPS Staff

Last revised: June 2026


BACKGROUND: Schools should use this form to request approval to commit Independent Activity Funds for purchases that require higher-level approval from the chief financial officer that includes the following:

  • Flat Panel Purchase
  • Construction/Facility Modification
  • Contract with time period greater than 3 years
  • Furniture Purchase of $1,500 or more
  • Procurement requiring disbursement of $7,500 or more and less than $25,000
  • Procurement requirement disbursement of $25,000 or more
  • Staff Appreciation/Refreshment Waiver

For guidelines and exceptions, refer to the MCPS Financial Manual, Chapter 20, Additional Required Procurement Approvals. INSTRUCTIONS: PARTS A–D should be completed and signed by the principal. Attach IAF accounting report as required and send to the Department of Financial School Support via email at  DFSS@mcpsmd.org

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