To Make a Report

You may use one of the following methods to submit a report:

• For internet select the "Make a Report" link at the top of this web page.
• You may also email us directly to hotline@oig.abilityone.gov
• Contact the live hotline center by dialing toll-free, within the United States, Hawaii, Alaska, Guam, Puerto Rico and Canada: . Your call will be directed to a specially-trained hotline operator who will record all important details of your complaint, as well as any request for anonymity

After you complete your report you will be assigned a unique code called a "report key." Write down your report key and password and keep in a safe place. After 5-6 business days, use your report key and password to check for feedback or questions. If you provide contact information we will also respond.

Thank you for contacting us. The Office of Inspector General (OIG) for the Committee For Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled (AbilityOne) promotes the economy, efficiency, and effectiveness of AbilityOne programs and operations.

The OIG protects agency programs and operations against fraud, waste, abuse and mismanagement. Receiving information from employees, contractors, grantors and grantees, vendors, program participants and the public regarding fraud, waste and abuse in the AbilityOne programs is vital to achieving effective oversight.

The OIG Hotline is a resource for receiving allegations of fraud, waste, abuse and mismanagement or misconduct in AbilityOne programs and operations.

When contacting the OIG Hotline please provide as much information as possible regarding the matter. The information should include:

• The nature of the problem and the person, company or organization involved.
• The actions taken.
• The place the activity occurred.
• The times, dates and periods the problem occurred.
• Information on how and when you learned of the incident.
• The reasons the person committed the wrongdoing.
• Others that have knowledge of the potential wrongdoing.
• Information that will be helpful such as any further evidence of this incident. (i.e. documents, photos, e-mails, etc.)
• Please tell us what you would like the OIG to do.

We maintain confidentiality and you may choose to be anonymous. Under the requirements of the Inspector General Act of 1978, as amended, we will not disclose the identity of an individual providing a complaint or information to the Hotline unless the individual consents to such disclosure. Or the Inspector General has determined that such disclosure is otherwise unavoidable in order to address the compliant or information; such circumstances may include a matter involving a specific danger to health, safety, or a national security issue.

You may contact us by internet, email or by telephone to our live hotline center. There are special provisions in place for callers with special needs such as access to TTY or relay services. Please let us know if you need any assistance in making a complaint.

Through our oversight we help protect agency programs and operations against fraud, waste, abuse and mismanagement.

OIG Webpage Link: http://www.abilityone.gov/commission/oig.html