Whistleblower Protection Program Administration

The contract requires the implementation of a comprehensive whistleblower protection program in full alignment with DEAR 952.203-70, mandating the establishment of clear reporting mechanisms, mandatory employee training on whistleblower rights and responsibilities, and robust anti-retaliation policies to safeguard individuals who disclose misconduct. All elements must be operationalized within the specified timeframe to ensure legal compliance and a culture of accountability among personnel working under the Department of Energy contract at Argonne National Laboratory in Lemont, Illinois. The program must be designed to enable secure, confidential, and accessible channels for reporting concerns while prohibiting any form of retribution against those who come forward. This is a subcontract with a North American Industry Classification System code of 541611, indicating services in management consulting, and is tied to a federal contractor under the Department of Energy. The response deadline is strictly set for July 31, 2026, with the solicitation posted on July 28, 2026, signaling a short window for submission. The place of performance is specifically located in Lemont, Illinois, with a zip code of 60439, and all activities must be executed in coordination with the contractual obligations of Argonne National Laboratory as a DOE contractor. There is no set-aside designation, meaning the subcontract is open to all eligible entities without preference, and the successful bidder must demonstrate proven capability in developing and administering compliant whistleblower systems within a federal contracting environment.