Opportunity
Federal Register #DOD-2026-OS-2047
DoD Seeks Public Comment on Criminal History Background Check Information Collection for Childcare Programs
Buyer
Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness
Posted
September 28, 2026
Respond By
November 27, 2026
Identifier
DOD-2026-OS-2047
The Department of Defense (DoD), through the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (OUSD(P&R)), is seeking public comment on a proposed information collection for criminal history background checks in DoD childcare programs. - Government Buyer: - Department of Defense (DoD) - Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (OUSD(P&R)) - Purpose: - Collect information to conduct criminal history background investigations for individuals working with children in DoD childcare programs - Utilizes the Department of Defense Consent to Conduct Installation Records Check (IRC) form, DD 3058 - Mandated by DoD Instruction 1402.05 - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned; this is not a procurement of products or services - Notable Requirements: - Public feedback is requested on the necessity, utility, burden, and clarity of the information collection process - Suggestions for minimizing respondent burden through automation or technology are encouraged - No products or services are being solicited or awarded
Description
The Department of Defense (DoD), Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (OUSD(P&R)) is proposing a public information collection to obtain information necessary for conducting criminal history background investigations of individuals working with children in DoD childcare programs. The collection involves the Department of Defense Consent to Conduct Installation Records Check (IRC) using form DD 3058. This process ensures that individuals working with children have been thoroughly vetted for suitability and fitness. The DoD seeks public comment on the necessity, utility, burden, and clarity of this information collection.