National Child Abuse & Neglect Data System (NCANDS)

The Administration for Children and Families is forecasting a future contract to support the National Child Abuse & Neglect Data System, a critical federal initiative focused on collecting, analyzing, and reporting data on child abuse and neglect across the United States. This opportunity is set aside entirely for small businesses under the SBA’s Total Small Business Set-Aside program, targeting firms with expertise in data collection, statistical analysis, and child welfare system reporting. The North American Industry Classification System code 541611 indicates the work involves administrative management and general management consulting services related to data systems and program evaluation. The contract will require the performance of tasks essential to maintaining and enhancing NCANDS, including gathering state-level data, ensuring data integrity, developing analytical reporting tools, and supporting the federal government’s ability to track trends and inform policy. Point of contact for program-related inquiries is Cara Kelly, while Mary Earnhart serves as the Contracting Officer. Although no solicitation number has been issued yet and no specific location for performance is designated, the work is expected to be conducted remotely or through electronic data submission by states and contractors. The forecast was posted in May 2026, signaling an upcoming procurement cycle for qualified small businesses to support national child protection efforts.