Military Enlistment Data Access to Lift Student Success (MEDALS)

The Department of War, through the Defense Human Resources Activity and the Defense Manpower Data Center, is seeking input from qualified third-party vendors for a secure data intermediary and service provider role. This provider will facilitate data exchange among multiple States, U.S. territories, federal agencies, and the Department of War to support and enhance student outcomes related to post-secondary military enlistment and careers. The initiative, titled Military Enlistment Data Access to Lift Student Success (MEDALS), is currently in the sources-sought phase, aiming to gather technical and operational information that will inform the development of this data sharing system. The solicitation, numbered 2026_MEDALS_RFI, was posted on May 13, 2026, with responses due by May 22, 2026. The work is to be performed in Alexandria, Virginia, and is managed by the Defense Human Resources Activity, part of the Department of Defense. The primary points of contact for this request are Keri Martin and Melissa Tamayo, who can provide further details and clarification. This effort represents a collaborative approach to leveraging data across jurisdictions to better support students transitioning into military careers.