On August 25, 2023, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) disclosed that the federal Office of Management and Budget had endorsed a new version of its scheduling letter and itemized listing. It’s worth noting that these forms are the communication OFCCP uses when instigating a review or audit of a contractor’s compliance with several regulatory directives. As per McGuireWoods LLP, these include Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act.
OFCCP’s role primarily involves ensuring that employers conducting business with the Federal Government comply with the nondiscrimination and affirmative action provisions of the above-mentioned acts and executive order. Reviews or audits, initiated by way of such forms, enable the OFCCP to uphold this commitment to nondiscrimination and inclusion in federal contracting.
The changes are expected to streamline the processes involved in these reviews. Legal practitioners in corporations and law firms must stay up-to-date with these regulations and maintain a thorough understanding of new updates. This will ensure compliance and readiness for potential auditing situations.