Federal Register #2026-17556

NSF Notice of Intent to Reinstate National Training, Education, and Workforce Survey and UniTech Export License Renewal

This notice from the U.S. National Science Foundation's National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics (NCSES) outlines plans to reinstate the National Training, Education, and Workforce Survey (NTEWS) for 2027. - Government Buyer: - U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) - National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics (NCSES) - OEMs and Vendors: - U.S. Census Bureau (data collection contractor) - UniTech Services Group LLC (export license renewal, unrelated to main survey) - Products/Services Requested: - 2027 NTEWS: National survey integrating three prior NCSES workforce surveys - Targets approximately 341,000 U.S. adults aged 18-75 - Focuses on science and engineering occupations and degrees - Data collection via web and paper modes - No physical products or part numbers requested - UniTech Services Group LLC Export License Renewal: Authorization to export radioactive waste to Canada for 10 years (not related to NTEWS) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Survey integrates NTEWS, National Survey of College Graduates (NSCG), and Survey of Doctorate Recipients (SDR) - Emphasis on confidentiality and statutory compliance - Public comment period for information collection - U.S. Census Bureau named as contractor for several sample components - UniTech license renewal is a separate regulatory action, not a procurement

Description

The National Science Foundation (NSF) intends to request reinstatement of the National Training, Education, and Workforce Survey (NTEWS) to improve measurement of the science and engineering workforce in the U.S. The survey integrates three previous NCSES workforce surveys to provide national estimates on employment, education, and training of U.S. adults aged 18-75, focusing on science and engineering occupations and degrees. Data collection is expected to begin in May 2027 and continue for about six months, with respondents able to complete the survey in English or Spanish via web or paper. The survey aims to reduce respondent burden and streamline data collection while supporting statutory requirements.

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