Opportunity
Forecast of ED Contract Opportunities #FY26-AP-4140
Research Evaluation on Earnings Accountability for Title IV Institutions and Students
Buyer
Department of Education
Posted
May 21, 2026
Identifier
FY26-AP-4140
NAICS
541720
The U.S. Department of Education's Institute of Education Sciences (IES) is seeking a contractor for a research evaluation project: - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Education (ED), Institute of Education Sciences (IES) - Scope of Work: - Evaluation of the effects of earnings accountability on institutions and Title IV-eligible students - Research and development services under NAICS 541720 (Social Sciences and Humanities R&D) - Products/Services Requested: - Comprehensive research and analysis services (no physical products or part numbers specified) - Contract Details: - Estimated contract value between $1 million and $5 million - New contract with no incumbent - Competition type not yet determined - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Focus on educational accountability and student outcomes related to Title IV eligibility - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors identified in the notice
Description
This is a new contract opportunity for the evaluation of the effects of earnings accountability on institutions and Title IV-eligible students. The contract involves research and development in the social sciences and humanities. The estimated contract value is between $1 million and $5 million. The type of competition and incumbent contractor are to be determined.