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Guide to Combating Corruption & Fraud in Infrastructure Development Projects

  • Detection
    • Complaints
      • General initial interview questions
      • How to Generate Complaints and Reports
      • List of fraud reporting sites for Multilateral Development Banks
    • Red Flags
      • Red Flags Listed by Project Cycle
      • “Visible red flags” of Implementation Fraud
      • Proactive Fraud Detection Tests
    • Due Diligence
      • “Top Five” Due Diligence Background Checks
      • Free and Subscription Internet Sites
      • Local and On-Site Due Diligence Checks
      • Due Diligence Service Providers
  • Proof
    • Proving Common Schemes
      • Corruption Schemes
      • Bid Rigging Schemes
      • Collusive Bidding Schemes
      • Fraud Schemes
      • The Basic Steps of a Complex Fraud and Corruption Investigation
    • Elements of Proof for Sanctionable Offenses
      • Elements of Proof of Corrupt Practices
      • Elements of Proof of Obstructive Practices
      • Elements of Proof of Coercive Practices
      • Elements of Proof of Collusive Practices
      • Elements of Proof of Fraudulent Practices
  • Evidence
    • The Basics of Evidence for Investigators
  • Prevention
    • Anti-fraud Resources
Home » Detection » Interview Questions » Interview Questions: False Statements and Claims

Interview Questions: False Statements and Claims

Questions that might reveal false statements and claims include:

  • Do you know or suspect, or have you heard, that any contractor is submitting false statements or claims?
  • Have there been instances of, or a pattern of discrepancies between, contractor’s statements and claims and supporting documentation
  • Have there been instances of supporting documents apparently being altered or changed?
  • Have there been discrepancies between test and inspection results and contractor claims and statements?
  • Have tests and inspections revealed consistent deficiencies in the performance or products supplied by contractors?
  • Have there been instances or a pattern of “mistakes” and errors in claims submitted by certain contractors?
  • Are contractors’ claims unreasonable when compared to prior experience, similar contracts or industry standards?
  • Is adequate verification made of the work performed or product furnished prior to making payment?
  • Have previous incidents of false statements or claims by certain contractors been detected?
  • Are adequate controls, testing and inspections procedures to detect false statements and claims in place and enforced?

 

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