Founded in 1921, the United States Government Accountability Office, also known as GAO, is an independent nonpartisan agency that works for Congress. It audits government operations to determine whether federal funds are being spent efficiently and effectively. The agency also investigates the allegations of illegal and improper activities. The United States Government Accountability Office performs policy analysis, as well as issues legal decisions and opinions, such as bid protest rulings and reports on various rules. It supports the Congress in meeting its constitutional responsibilities, as well as helps improve its performance. In addition, the United States Government Accountability Office investigates how the federal government spends taxpayer dollars. The agency has a staff of more than 3,100 employees. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., the agency maintains a presence in Los Angeles.
Operational for more than 15 years, the Riverside County Information Technology, also known as RCIT, offers a range of data communication services to over 35 county departments and agencies. It provides and supports radio services to the sheriff's department and other law enforcement agencies. The bureau offers telephone services maintains nearly 22,000 telephone units. The Riverside County Information Technology s clients include cities, districts and offices, as well as commissions, committees and boards. The bureau manages a staff of approximately 200 information technology professionals who have expertise in network solutions and web services. The Riverside County Information Technology maintains a presence in Riverside, Calif.
