Start a Background Investigation

DCSA's Federal Investigations Processing Center (FIPC) receives requests for investigation, processes the requests through automated systems, and serves as an entrance point for case-related and operational questions. Agencies may contact FIPC for assistance in ordering investigations, obtaining access to DCSA's automated systems, or for information about DCSA investigative policies and procedures.
 
Learn how to start the background investigation process for agency human resource and security officers:

Position Designation, Validate Need & Correction Requests
Requirements for Childcare
Upgrades/Downgrades RSIS & Reopens
Agency Use Block (AUB)
Authorized Contacts SON/SOI
Case Types & Forms
Special Agreement Checks (SACs)
Fingerprints
Extra Coverage (FIPC Codes)

Get Assistance

878-274-1171 (option 3 for e-QIP)
7:00 am – 4:30 pm (Eastern Standard Time)

All non-electronic correspondence regarding investigations processing, operational matters, and requests for investigation should be mailed to:

DCSA-FIPC
PO Box 618
Boyers, PA 16018
 
For deliveries requiring a street address use:
 
1137 Branchton Road
Boyers, PA 16016