Do federal contractors have to enroll in E-Verify after receiving a contract award?

Federal contractors are required to enroll in E-Verify as part of their obligations under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Specifically, they must complete this enrollment within 30 days of receiving a contract award that includes the E-Verify requirement. This policy ensures that contractors are verifying the employment eligibility of their employees as a condition of doing business with the federal government.

By enforcing this timeline, the federal government aims to promote compliance with immigration laws and ensure that employment practices among federal contractors meet the standards set forth in the law. This requirement applies broadly to contractors receiving federal contracts, thus affirming the necessity of prompt enrollment in the E-Verify program to maintain eligibility for the contract.