Audit of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Contract for Ballistics Research Assistant Services

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Date Issued

Thursday, September 5, 2024

Submitting OIG

Department of Justice OIG

Other Participating OIGs

Department of Justice OIG

Agencies Reviewed/Investigated

Department of Justice

Components

Federal Bureau of Investigation

Report Number

24-098

Report Type

Audit

Agency Wide

Yes

Number of Recommendations

Questioned Costs

Funds for Better Use

Report updated under NDAA 5274

Open Recommendations

This report has 5 open recommendations.

Recommendation Number	Significant Recommendation	Recommended Questioned Costs	Recommended Funds for Better Use	Additional Details
1	No	$0	$0	Status as of February 28, 2025
Assess its contract award actions and take necessary steps to resolve the award-related deficiencies associated with the ballistics research assistant services contract.
2	No	$0	$0	Status as of February 28, 2025
Determine how to appropriately remedy its management and use of an improper personal services contract.
3	No	$0	$0	Status as of February 28, 2025
Evaluate any potential conflicts of interest related to Contractor-1, including reviewing past procurements that involved Contractor-1, to determine if the procurement processes were fair and transparent and whether additional actions should be taken to resolve any identified issues.
4	No	$0	$0	Status as of February 28, 2025
Review the additional option years to determine if they are appropriate and compliant with applicable regulations.
5	No	$0	$0	Status as of February 28, 2025
Evaluate the lapses that occurred in the FBI's management and oversight of this contract. This evaluation should include determining the best course of action for resolving the $4,928 payment discrepancy, while taking into consideration Contractor-1 receiving less than the firm-fixed-price amount on the relevant task orders. In addition, the FBI should analyze prior OIG reported contract issues to determine if additional action is needed to enhance the FBI's contracting practices due to similar issues occurring in this contract.