Opportunity
Forecast of ED Contract Opportunities #FY26-AP-4078
Real-Time Fraud Detection and Prevention Services for Federal Student Aid (FSA)
Buyer
Federal Student Aid
Posted
May 21, 2026
Identifier
FY26-AP-4078
NAICS
541519
The Department of Education's Federal Student Aid (FSA) office is initiating a major procurement for advanced fraud detection and prevention services: - Government Buyer: - Department of Education, Federal Student Aid (FSA) office - Scope of Work: - Development and implementation of real-time fraud detection and prevention controls - Focused on advanced, technology-driven solutions to combat fraud in student aid programs - Contract Details: - Estimated contract value of at least $50 million - NAICS code 541519 (Other Computer Related Services) - Open to all business types; no set-aside restrictions - Managed by the FSA contracting office - Products/Services Requested: - Real-time fraud detection and prevention controls (no specific part numbers or OEMs listed) - Unique Requirements: - Emphasis on real-time, advanced fraud control capabilities - New requirement (not a recompete) - No specific OEMs, vendors, or product part numbers are mentioned in the solicitation - Place of Performance: - Federal Student Aid (FSA) office
Description
This contract opportunity involves the development and implementation of fraud detection and prevention controls in real time. The project is funded by the FSA and is a new requirement with an estimated value of at least $50 million. The contract type is GSAAWD, and there is no set-aside for small or specific business types. The target quarter for award is Q2 of the fiscal year.