Bid guide
How to bid on Court Reporting Services for the National Labor Relations Board
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) is seeking information from the industry about court reporting and transcription services. They are planning for a potential nationwide contract to support administrative hearings, representation proceedings, and other official agency matters.
This is an opportunity for court reporting firms to help shape a future contract. The NLRB wants to understand current industry practices, new technologies, and how to address past performance challenges. Services may include in-person, remote, and hybrid reporting, real-time transcripts, expedited delivery, recording support, and secure electronic distribution.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Information (RFI) was published on July 29, 2026. Responses are due by August 26, 2026, at 9:00 AM ET.
This is not a request for bids or quotes. It is for planning purposes only. The NLRB will use the information gathered to develop its acquisition strategy. A future solicitation, such as a Request for Quote (RFQ), may be issued after this RFI process, but there is no guarantee.
Who this opportunity suits
This RFI is suitable for professional services firms specializing in court reporting and transcription. The NLRB is looking for contractors capable of providing qualified and reliable court reporters across multiple geographic locations, ensuring continuity of service, and producing timely and accurate transcripts.
Firms with experience in supporting remote hearing platforms, managing exhibits, and complying with privacy and security requirements will find this relevant. The agency is interested in understanding innovations and best practices in the industry.
How to respond to this RFI
To access the original source of this opportunity, you will need to click the "View original source" link. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid.
You may need to create a free account on the portal to view any associated documents, though this is not always necessary for all bids. Submit your response according to the instructions provided in the RFI document itself.
Practical tips for preparing your response
Since this is an RFI, focus on providing comprehensive and detailed information about your firm's capabilities and relevant industry insights. Clearly address how your services can meet the NLRB's anticipated needs, especially regarding nationwide coverage, technology support, and addressing performance challenges.
Ensure your response is complete and sufficiently detailed to demonstrate your qualifications. Remember that this is for information gathering, so avoid including any proprietary, classified, confidential, or sensitive information. The government reserves the right to use non-proprietary technical information in future solicitations.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from National Labor Relations Board; the original posting controls.