How to bid on Labor Market Transparency & Fraud Detection Tools for the Department of Labor

What the Department of Labor is buying

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is conducting market research for commercial platforms that can enhance labor market transparency, verify worker identities, manage digital credentials, track employment compliance records, and detect potential fraud. This is a Request for Information (RFI), meaning the DOL is gathering information about available solutions, not yet soliciting bids for a contract. Your input will help them understand industry capabilities and refine their future acquisition strategy.

The DOL is looking for solutions that can provide secure, verifiable data. This includes trusted identity and work authorization verification, portable digital credentials for workers (like certifications or training records), and electronic records for compliance activities such as wage payments and safety training. The ideal platform would also generate audit-ready reports, use data analytics to flag inconsistencies or unlawful practices, and support overall workforce transparency. Privacy and security by design are crucial, along with appropriate consent for personal data use.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

Responses to this RFI are due by September 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time. All information must be submitted by this deadline. The DOL also plans to host a virtual Industry Day on September 24-25, 2026, where vendors may be asked to demonstrate their capabilities related to worker identity, digital credentials, compliance, fraud detection, investigation, audit, privacy, and security.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for technology firms, including small businesses, that specialize in software publishing, particularly those with expertise in digital identity verification, compliance platforms, data analytics, and fraud detection tools. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this requirement is 513210 (Software Publishers). Firms with experience providing labor market transparency and fraud detection tools, especially those with prior experience working with federal agencies, are encouraged to respond.

How to respond to this RFI

To respond, you need to provide information in several key areas: Company Information (name, address, point of contact, business size, socioeconomic status, NAICS codes, UEI, applicable contract vehicles), Relevant Experience (description of experience, federal agency work, similar projects), Technical Capabilities and Anticipated Approach (solution capabilities, differentiation, AI use, reporting, deployment timeline, training, cybersecurity), and Cost Considerations (Rough Order of Magnitude, pricing model, major cost drivers, existing Government-wide contracts).

Responses should be submitted to Broderick Morris by the deadline. If you plan to participate in the Industry Day, be prepared to demonstrate your solution's capabilities and address specific questions about data sources, integration, privacy risks, and human review in fraud detection.

Practical tips for a competitive response

When preparing your response, clearly articulate how your solution directly addresses the DOL's stated needs for worker identity verification, digital credentials, employment compliance, and fraud detection. Provide concrete examples of past projects, especially those demonstrating success in similar complex environments or with federal agencies.

For the technical capabilities section, be specific about your platform's features and how they align with the DOL's objectives. If your solution incorporates artificial intelligence, explain its role and benefits. When discussing cost, provide a realistic Rough Order of Magnitude and clearly define your pricing model. Emphasize how your solution prioritizes privacy and security by design, as this is a critical requirement for the DOL.