Opportunity
Federal Register #2900-0922
Information Collection Notice for IBM SkillsBuild Training Program Intake Application by Veterans Affairs
Buyer
Veterans Affairs Department
Posted
September 24, 2026
Respond By
October 26, 2026
Identifier
2900-0922
This notice from the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), part of the Department of Veterans Affairs, announces an information collection related to the IBM SkillsBuild Training Program Intake Application. - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) - Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) - OEMs and Vendors: - IBM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - Information collection for IBM SkillsBuild Training Program Intake Application (VA Form 22-10282) - Program offers no-cost online IT training in Cybersecurity and Data Analytics - Target audience: Veterans, Service members, spouses, children, and caregivers - Unique/Notable Requirements: - The notice is strictly for information collection, not procurement - IBM SkillsBuild is the only referenced OEM, as the program is IBM-sponsored - Focus is on collecting data for program participation, not purchasing goods or services
Description
This notice announces that the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), Department of Veterans Affairs, will submit a collection of information to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and comment. The collection pertains to the IBM SkillsBuild Training Program Intake Application, which is an IBM-sponsored training program providing no-cost online IT training in areas such as Cybersecurity and Data Analytics. The application allows eligible candidates to register and apply online via the VA.gov website on a first-come, first-served basis. The program targets Veterans, Service members, spouses, children, and caregivers seeking job training and credentials in high-technology fields.