U.S. DOL OWCP - Developing Benchmarks for Listed Procedure Codes
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs (OWCP), is conducting a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) / Request for Information (RFI) to identify industry capabilities for developing benchmark data for CPT, HCPCS, and dental codes. This market research aims to modernize OWCP's approach to ensure fair, market-based reimbursement and improve claimant access for its four compensation programs. Responses are due by April 7, 2026.
Scope of Work
OWCP seeks services to obtain and deliver statistically valid, transparent, and regularly updated benchmark pricing data (charge and allowed amounts) for Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS), and Current Dental Terminology (CDT) codes. This includes:
- Data Provision: Benchmarks for all states and nationwide, based on national, state, ZIP code, and rural/non-rural classifications. Data should include standard percentiles (50th-95th), mean, median, mode, maximum, and minimum values. Derived benchmarks are required for low-frequency codes.
- Support & Updates: Ongoing customer support for data interpretation, including explanations for changes, calculation methodologies, and geographical variations. Data updates are required twice yearly on a rolling monthly basis, incorporating new codes.
- Attachment A: Bidders must review the "Service Code List - Attachment A.xlsx" which contains the specific service codes relevant to this opportunity.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Agency: U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs (OWCP)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage). Interested vendors should be registered in SAM.gov under NAICS code 524298 (All Other Insurance Related Activities - Medical cost evaluation services).
- Questions Due: March 23, 2026, by 12:00 PM ET.
- Responses Due: April 7, 2026, by 12:00 PM ET.
- Published: March 17, 2026.
RFI Questionnaire & Submission
Respondents must provide a company description, capabilities, and a general summary of their approach to the requirements. The RFI questionnaire includes questions on company profile (NAICS, UEI), methodology for benchmarks and low-volume codes, data analysis support, and commercial pricing. Responses should not exceed 5 pages for the RFI questionnaire and 30 pages for the Capabilities Statement, submitted electronically in Microsoft Word and PDF format, respectively.
Additional Notes
This is for market research only and does not constitute a solicitation. The government will not reimburse for response costs.