DOS - AUD-CGI-17-63 - 1

OIG recommends that the Bureau of Administration, Office of Logistics Management, Office of Acquisitions Management, in coordination with the Bureau of Diplomatic Security, develop and implement a communications strategy including but not limited to ensuring that local guard force Contracting Officer’s Representatives review and understand the contract requirements when assigned to that position. This communications strategy should underscore the critical importance of reviewing the contract for specific requirements, obtaining and reviewing required monthly supporting documentation related to local guard force invoices, and the timeframes associated with approving invoices.