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Office of the Inspector General (OIG)

The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is an independent agency that prevents and detects fraud, waste and abuse of public funds and public property and promotes transparency and efficiency in government. We serve the residents of Massachusetts, state and local governments, and those who work with the government.

The OIG is now hiring! Explore our new employment opportunities 
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Report Public Fraud, Waste or Abuse 
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Apply for the One Free Designee Pilot Program 
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Subscribe to the OIG Bulletin 
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Get Help with Public Procurement 
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Explore Our OIG Academy Classes and Trainings  

Contact Us

Phone

Main Office (617) 727-9140

Open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., M-F

Online

Visit the OIG's contact information page Contact the fraud hotlines, the Chapter 30B team, OIG Academy, make a media inquiry, and more. 
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Recent News & Announcements

Press Release

OIG Releases 2023 Annual Report 

4/30/2024 Office of the Inspector General

News

The Office of the Inspector General Issues 2023 Annual Report 

4/29/2024 Office of the Inspector General

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Helpful Links

Learn about the OIG  View all OIG Bulletins  Explore employment opportunities at the OIG  View public procurement and Chapter 30B resources  View OIG letters, reports and recommendations  View the OIG's advisories  View the full OIG Academy schedule of classes 

Get Information about Public Design and Construction Procurement  Download OIG Public Purchasing and Public Construction Manuals   Learn More About the MCPPO Designation  Learn About the OIG's Legislative Initiatives for 2023  View ARPA Information and Resources from the OIG  View the OIG's guides, advisories and forms 

  • Public Building Project Procurement and Oversight Basics 

    May 14, 2024 (8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.)
    This 3-hour training provides a broad overview for public officials, public board and committee members, and private contractors interested in a brief introduction to MA public construction procurement, project oversight requirements and best practices.

  • MCPPO Designation Renewal (Blended Class) 

    May 20 - June 10, 2024 and June 20, 2024 (1-day Advanced Topics class)
    This class is for everyone who wants to retain their MCPPO designation.
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