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VI. FOOD FUNDS MANAGEMENT A. Cost Containment Measures 1. The State agency seeks FNS approval related to infant formula cost containment measures (check one): ☐For a waiver of the requirement for a single-supplier competitive system. State agency must complete a cost comparison projecting food cost savings in the single-supplier competitive system based on the lowest monthly net price or highest monthly rebate [as required in Section 246.16a(d)(2)(i) through (d)(2)(iii) and savings under an alternative cost containment system, Section 246.16a(d)(2)(B)] ☐To issue an infant formula bid solicitation that evaluates bids by highest rebate. A State agency must demonstrate to FNS’ satisfaction that the weighted average retail prices for different brands of infant formula in the State vary by 5% or less [as required in Section 246.16a(c)(5)(iii)]. ☒Not applicable Please attach in the Appendix supporting documentation for requests for FNS approval. ADDITIONAL DETAIL: Food Funds Management Appendix and/or Procedure Manual (citation): N/A. 2. Cost Containment Contracts for Infant Formula a. The State agency acquires infant formula through the following food delivery systems: i. Non-exempt infant formula (check all that apply): ☐Home food delivery system ☐Direct distribution food delivery system ☒Retail food delivery system ☐Other (specify): N/A. ii. Exempt infant formula (check all that apply): ☐Home food delivery system ☒Direct distribution ☒Retail food delivery system ☐Other (specify): N/A. iii. WIC-eligible nutritionals (check all that apply): ☐Home food delivery system ☒Direct distribution system ☒Retail food delivery system ☐Other (specify): N/A. 2