I may have asked this question in the recent past (but I didn't get any
significant response):

What processes/procedures do you have in place for reviewing
purchases/transactions on sponsored projects which might indicate a change in
scope? Do you flag requisitions/purchases which exceed a line item budget on
all projects? For certain sponsors? How does this process work and who has
authority to review and approve exceptions? We are interested in how other
institutions handle this administratively. I will be happy to summarize any
responses received.

James F. Ball, Manager, Policies & Procedures
Office of Grants & Contracts
The Ohio State University Research Foundation

xxxxxx@magnus.acs.ohio-state.edu
614-292-6278 Phone
614-292-4315 Fax