U.S. Attorney for New Jersey Paul J. Fishman said, "The indictment alleges that during decades at the helm of a company entrusted with the rebuilding of battle-scarred nations Derish Wolff focused on profits over progress.”

Fishman added,  "Wolff allegedly used his position to lead others in the scheme, setting targets that could be reached only through fraud.”

The Berger Group issued a statement saying: "The individuals associated with the government's allegations are no longer with the company." The company added that it has made major changes in its accounting controls, personnel and other areas.

It also said that it "remains fully eligible to perform work for federal, state and  local government entities."

Pepe and Pellettieri each pleaded guilty on Nov. 5, 2010, to charges of conspiracy related to claims and await sentencing.

On the same date, Berger Group settled criminal and civil fraud charges related to activity by Wolff and others.

Under that settlement, Berger Group agreed to pay $18.7 million in criminal penalties and $50.6 million to resolve allegations of federal False Claims Act violations.

This file is an updated version of story posted Oct. 20. It corrects the date on which the indictment was unsealed.