319 Study

The Federal Trade Commission is planning to conduct a national study to assess the accuracy of consumer reports in accordance with Section 319 of the Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act of 2003. This study will involve contracting both a study contractor and a mailing contractor to facilitate the research process. Additionally, the FTC will collaborate with a national credit reporting agency to identify a large, nationwide sample of potential respondents to ensure comprehensive data collection. The solicitation for this project, titled "319 Study," was posted on January 20, 2010, and the work will be performed in Washington, DC. The contract falls under the NAICS code 541910, which pertains to professional, scientific, and technical services. Sheila Hopes is the contracting specialist responsible for this opportunity, which remains in the presolicitation phase. The study aims to provide valuable insights into consumer report accuracy, supporting regulatory goals and enhancing consumer protections.