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Office of Audit Services

Tips for Reporting Fraud, Waste, and Abuse

The following are examples of information you may be able to provide. These documents may be submitted through standard mail, or e-mail:

  • Type of funds or programs involved and the applicable restrictions, rules, or regulations that relate to them.
  • What the individual(s) did; include anything done to avoid detection.
  • Names of the individual(s) involved, including position, organization address, and telephone number.
  • Date(s) of the misconduct or wrongdoing.
  • Record, or other documentation to support or validate the concern

When providing information concerning a contractor or grantee fraud, it is helpful to provide the:

  • Name and address of the sub and primary contractors, including the responsible official.
  • Nature of the wrongdoing (E.g., Intentional misuse of funds for other purposes, cost misappropriation, or conflict of interest).
  • Bid, contract, or grant numbers
  • Date of the contract or grant award.
  • Cost and terms of the contract.

Here is a list of other links that may be more appropriate to directly address your concerns: