International Labor Rights Monitoring & Field Investigations

The contract seeks to conduct field assessments, interviews, and on-the-ground monitoring to detect and document forced labor practices within supply chains across East Asia, the Pacific, and the Western Hemisphere. This effort is designed to gather direct, verified evidence of labor abuses through in-person engagement with workers, local communities, and industry stakeholders, ensuring accurate and actionable intelligence. The work requires skilled personnel capable of operating in sensitive environments, with an emphasis on ethical data collection, cultural awareness, and the ability to safely navigate complex legal and political landscapes. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541611, indicating it involves management, scientific, and technical consulting services, specifically tailored to human rights monitoring. It is administered by the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor within the U.S. Department of State, with bids due by September 3, 2026. There is no specified set-aside designation, and performance locations will be varied across the targeted regions, requiring full operational flexibility and logistical preparedness. The initiative aims to inform U.S. foreign policy and international labor standards through credible, firsthand reporting.