5. Whistleblower Information.pdf

This document is a Whistleblower Information guide for employees of the Department of Justice (DOJ) contractors, subcontractors, grantees, and personal services contractors. The document outlines whistleblower protections and reporting procedures under federal law, specifically Section 4712.

Key details include the definition of a whistleblower as an employee who discloses information about gross mismanagement, waste of federal funds, abuse of authority, substantial danger to public health/safety, or violations of law related to federal contracts. The document provides multiple reporting channels, including the DOJ Office of the Inspector General (OIG) hotline at (800) 869-4499, website at https://oig.justice.gov/hotline, fax at (202) 616-9881, and mailing address in Washington, D.C. Employees are protected from retaliation when making protected disclosures, and can file complaints with the OIG if they believe they have experienced reprisal. The guide also notes that disclosures about classified information should be made in accordance with applicable laws, and recommends consulting with the OIG to ensure appropriate handling.