Employment and Income Verification Services RFI BEN-25-074

The Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) numbered BEN-25-074 for Employment and Income Verification Services, targeting Henrico County and the broader Virginia state system. The procurement seeks comprehensive verification solutions that can automatically validate identity, employment, and income information for public assistance applicants and recipients. Specific requirements include integrating with VDSS's existing case management system to verify income from traditional employment, gig economy work, and independent contractor roles, as well as identifying and verifying individual assets like vehicles, boats, and bank accounts. The RFI aims to streamline eligibility determinations by reducing manual processing and accounting for non-traditional income sources. Key objectives include developing an accurate, efficient, and cost-effective verification system that can comprehensively assess applicant resources and income. The opportunity was posted on April 23, 2025, with responses due by May 30, 2025, providing potential suppliers approximately 37 days to prepare and submit their information.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided document, the procurement appears designed to be broadly accessible to technology and verification service providers capable of meeting complex verification requirements. The system must demonstrate capabilities to interface with existing VDSS infrastructure, suggesting potential technical integration challenges for respondents. No incumbent vendors are mentioned, though the RFI indicates a preference for solutions that can comprehensively validate diverse income streams and personal assets with minimal manual intervention. The procurement suggests a significant potential contract value, given the statewide scope and the complexity of developing a robust verification system for public assistance eligibility determination. While precise budget ranges are not specified, the comprehensive nature of the required verification services implies a substantial investment in technological capabilities and data integration.