What types of agencies buy Background Checks services?

Federal agencies across all departments procure Background Checks services, including the Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, General Services Administration, and civilian agencies. State and local governments also issue Background Checks contracts through their own procurement portals.

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Are there set-aside contracts for small businesses in Background Checks?

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How competitive are Background Checks government contracts?

Competition varies by contract size and type. Large IDIQ vehicles in Background Checks can attract dozens of bidders, while small open-market solicitations may have only a few. Monitoring active solicitations and building agency relationships early improves win rates.

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Background Checks Government Contracts

103 government contract opportunities classified as Background Checks, spanning federal and state/local solicitations. Updated daily.

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13 federal contract opportunities classified as Background Checks.

DEPT OF DEFENSE

BUMED MISSION ASSURANCE SUPPORT SERVICES

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AI Summary

The Department of Defense is seeking a contractor to provide mission assurance support services, focusing on personnel security and emergency management. The contractor will develop policies for criminal history background checks for childcare providers in DoD programs, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and…

Posted Jun 18, 2026Due Jul 2, 2026SolicitationNAICS 624230Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Sol: N0018926QB083

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

DCSA PUBLIC RECORDS DATA SERVICE

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AI Summary

The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) is seeking sources for a public record data service to support its Personnel Vetting and Continuous Vetting missions. The solution must provide automated record checks, timely alerts, and comply with federal data protection mandates. Respondents should detail t…

Posted Jun 15, 2026Due Jul 9, 2026Sources SoughtSol: RFI-DCSA-PRDS

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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

CONNECTICUT ON-LINE LAW ENFORCEMENT COMMUNICATIONS TELEPROCESSING (COLLECT) SYSTEM

Archived

AI Summary

The Department of Homeland Security intends to award a sole source contract to the State of Connecticut for access to the COLLECT system, which is essential for law enforcement operations. This service enables agencies to conduct criminal record research and background checks. Interested parties may respond to this not…

Posted Jun 11, 2026Due Jun 18, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 518210Sol: JA-26-0165

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SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION

FY26 REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) FOR LIVESCAN FINGERPRINTING SERVICES

Archived

AI Summary

The Social Security Administration is seeking information regarding Livescan fingerprinting services. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to gather insights and capabilities from potential service providers. Interested parties should respond by the specified deadline.

Posted May 8, 2026Due May 19, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 561611Sol: 28321326RI0000015

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DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

INVESTIGATION SUPPORT SERVICES

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The Department of Justice is seeking information on capabilities for Investigation Support Services under a Sources Sought/RFI announcement. This opportunity is specifically for Woman Owned, Small Businesses to support the ATF's National Center for Explosive Training and Research in Huntsville, AL. Responses are due by…

Posted May 8, 2026Due May 15, 2026Sources SoughtNAICS 561611SBA Certified Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Program Set-Aside (FAR 19.15)Sol: DJA-26-AEET-PR-0258

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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

R702--BASE +4 OPTION YEAR - IDOT - LEADS SERVICES - FOR JESSE BROWN, HINES AND FHCC VA MEDICAL CENTERS IN ILLINOIS

Archived

AI Summary

The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to negotiate a sole source contract with the Illinois Department of Transportation for LEADS services at Jesse Brown, Hines, and FHCC VA Medical Centers. This service is essential for timely access to the National Crime Information Center and supports law enforcement activitie…

Posted Mar 5, 2026Due Mar 16, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 921110Sol: 36C25226Q0313

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

FINGERPRINT SERVICES

Archived

AI Summary

The Department of Defense, specifically the Navy, is seeking FBI-approved fingerprint services through a combined synopsis/solicitation. The selected vendor must integrate with DoW/DCSA systems and provide coverage across U.S. territories. Interested parties should respond accordingly.

Posted Jan 27, 2026Due Feb 6, 2026Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS 561611Sol: N0018926QZ020

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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

REDTAIL COMMERCIAL BACKGROUND CHECK

Archived

AI Summary

The USDA Agricultural Research Service is seeking a contractor to provide REDTAIL Annual Commercial Background Checks. This opportunity is a total small business set-aside and follows FAR Part 13 procedures. Proposals are due by August 15, 2025, and must be submitted electronically. Compliance with submission requireme…

Posted Aug 7, 2025Due Aug 15, 2025Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS 561611Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Sol: 1232SA25Q0519

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

WASHINGTON STATE PATROL

Archived

AI Summary

The Washington State Patrol intends to engage an officer to conduct checks on the National Crime Information Center-Interstate Identification Index and the Terrorist Screening Database. This presolicitation is aimed at ensuring thorough background checks for security purposes.

Posted Sep 11, 2024Due Sep 24, 2024PresolicitationSol: W912EF24Q0078

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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

BIRTH CERTIFICATE VERIFICATION SERVICES

Archived

AI Summary

The Transportation Security Administration intends to negotiate a sole source contract for birth certificate verification services. This opportunity is specifically for service providers with expertise in enrollment services and vetting programs, and it is not subject to simplified acquisition procedures.

Posted May 26, 2022Due Jun 10, 2022Special NoticeSol: 70T02022Q7503N004

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DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

In-House Background Investigator

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AI Summary

The Department of Justice, specifically the ATF Acquisition and Property Management Division, is seeking a small business to fulfill the role of an In-House Background Investigator. The place of performance for this contract is at 99 New York Avenue, NE, Washington, DC 20006. It is important to note that the contractor…

Posted Nov 9, 2021Due Dec 1, 2021Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS 561611Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Sol: 15A00020R00000076

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

FINGERPRINT CHANNELING FOR THE STATE OF MICHIGAN

Archived

AI Summary

The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) is soliciting proposals for fingerprint channeling services in Michigan. The response deadline has been extended to June 7, 2021, at 2:00 PM EDT. Interested parties should refer to Amendment 0003 for details.

Posted May 27, 2021Due Jun 7, 2021SolicitationSol: HS002121R0031

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SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION

R--LIVE SCAN FINGERPRINTING SOLICITATION

Archived

AI Summary

The Social Security Administration is soliciting quotes for live scan fingerprinting services. This opportunity includes an amendment to address questions from potential bidders. Interested parties should review the solicitation details and submit their quotes accordingly.

Posted May 24, 2021Due Jun 2, 2021Combined Synopsis/SolicitationSol: 28321321Q00000219

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