MBE Anonymous Tip Reporting Form

The purpose of this form is to report suspected allegations of misconduct of the State of Rhode Island Minority Business Enterprise and Woman Business Enterprise (MBE/WBE) programs and its corresponding statute. Note: This form is to be utilized only for claims of misconduct related to the MBE program or state funded projects.

Please check all of the boxes that most closely apply to your tip:

Certified MBE/WBE contractor is listed on a bid/proposal without its permission and/or knowledge beforehand.

Work designated to be performed by a RI certified MBE/WBE firm listed was instead performed by a non-MBE/WBE firm or the prime contractor.

A prime contractor has failed to make payments on time, or at all in accordance with Prompt Payment (see RIGL §42-11.1-3).

Other

If checked "Other", please specify below:

Project Name

Prime Contractor

Project Address 1

Project Address 2

City/Town

State/Province

ZIP/Postal Code

MBE/WBE and Scope of Work Involved:

Additional Details/Comments about your concern(s):

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Frequently Asked Questions

The State of RI MBE/WBE Tip Reporting system was created for the purpose of reporting suspected allegations of misconduct of the State of Rhode Island MBE/WBE program and its corresponding statute.

Who can submit an anonymous tip?

Anyone can submit anonymous tips. The MBE Compliance Office must investigate all allegations of misconduct.

What can I report on this form?

You should report any allegations of misconduct pertaining to the MBE/WBE program, this can include instances where:

A certified MBE/WBE was listed in a bid or proposal without its permission.
An MBE/WBE is offered payment solely for the use of its certification, but was not utilized for the project
A prime contractor has offered an MBE/WBE a contract on the basis that the MBE/WBE provide a kickback of the funds received. (See RIGL § 11-42-1.2.)
Any other allegations of misconduct.

What information should I provide?

Provide as much relevant information as possible regarding the allegation of misconduct. This should include the identity of the person, company, or organization, a detailed description of the alleged misconduct, the MBE/WBE firm(s) involved, any associated contract numbers, dates, and any other supporting documents such as email correspondence, photos, invoices etc. The more details that are made available to our team the more effectively we can investigate.

Should I include when it happened?

Yes. The timing of the alleged misconduct is critical to the investigation. Please let us know if this issue occurred only once or if it has happened multiple times. Please also let us know if it is an ongoing issue.

Do I need to include the location where it took place?

Yes. Please include all relevant locations where applicable.

Statewide Disparity Study

Rhode Island is launching a statewide disparity study, which will provide essential information to establish a factual basis for assessing whether all firms have equal opportunities to participate in the public procurement process.

MBE Anonymous Tip Reporting Form

Frequently Asked Questions