DOL (Department of Labor)

The Department of Labor (DOL) is the federal agency responsible for regulating and enforcing labor law. Its mission is to ensure a fair and equitable workplace for all workers in the United States. In particular, when it comes to procurement, DOL requires that vendor contracts adhere to certain labor standards and that products purchased are not produced in a manner which violates labor laws or exploits workers in any way. The DOL’s labor regulations create a baseline standard of fairness and compliance for all vendors participating in public procurement activities.