DOL/BLS - Data Collection Activities (CES, JOLTS, EDI, ORS)

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) is conducting market research to receive input from the commercial marketplace regarding best practices and approaches to perform data collection activities for the Current Employment Statistics (CES), Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) programs, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) Center operations, and Occupational Requirements Survey (ORS) . Any information received from this request may be used in developing a viable solicitation that will best communicate the Government’s requirements to industry while incorporating ideas from the commercial marketplace to increase the likelihood of successful performance. Response to this Request for Information (RFI) is strictly voluntary and will not affect any firm’s ability to submit an offer if, or when, a solicitation is released. The requested information is for planning purposes only and does NOT constitute a commitment, implied or otherwise, that a procurement action will be issued. No entitlement to payment by the Government of direct or indirect costs or charges will arise because of the submission of information in response to this RFI. The Government shall not be liable for or suffer any consequential damages for any improperly identified proprietary information. Proprietary information will be safeguarded in accordance with the applicable Government regulations.