Minimum Qualifications for Financial Management Service

(1) The FMS entity shall: (a) have experience providing financial management and supporting SDS; (b) process claims in accordance with time standards established by the Department; (c) be flexible and responsive in supporting self-direction; and (d) use and maintain secure and configurable data systems to assure financial and data integrity and meet the reporting requirements of the Department. No FMS entity shall provide services prior to execution of a valid contract with the Department.