Bids are hereby invited for the appointment of a panel of forensic investigating firms, for a period of three (3) years. Scope: The forensic investigation will comprise but not limited to the following: (a) Analyzing the reports provided as the source to identify the possible fraud and corruption risks, detecting fraud and corruption, and any other incident of irregularities; (b) Conducting forensic investigations of allegations of fraud and corruption and any other offences; (c) Supporting disciplinary proceedings relating to incidents of fraud and corruption against State officials, including testifying during disciplinary proceedings (this includes period beyond term of their contract); (d) Referring criminal allegations of fraud and corruption to the relevant law enforcement agency or other appropriate agencies/ bodies. In this regard the Office of the Accountant-General will pursue a formal arrangement with other law enforcement agencies, to ensure that the support of the relevant law enforcement agency is guaranteed; and (e) Supporting criminal proceedings and giving expert testimony against State officials, service providers and other parties involved in fraud and corruption. (Ausschreibung №113333312de)