Whistleblower Protection and Labor Standards Compliance

The contract seeks the development and implementation of policies to ensure full compliance with federal whistleblower protections and anti-retaliation standards for contractor employees, focusing on adherence to applicable labor laws. This effort is critical to safeguarding individuals who report misconduct, fraud, waste, or abuse within federal contracting operations, particularly in high-risk defense environments. The work must align with current regulatory frameworks and include training protocols, reporting mechanisms, monitoring systems, and enforcement procedures to prevent retaliation and promote a culture of accountability. This subcontract is set aside exclusively for small businesses under the SBA’s Total Small Business Set-Aside program, with the NAICS code 541611 indicating management consulting services related to administrative and general management. Performance is required in Portsmouth, Virginia, 23709, under the oversight of DLA Maritime - Norfolk, a division of the Department of Defense. Proposals must be submitted by May 8, 2026, at 4:00 PM, and the contract will likely involve collaboration with defense contractors, internal compliance teams, and possibly federal auditors to ensure consistent and legally sound practices are maintained across all levels of workforce engagement.