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The Department of Defense (DoD) has issued a final rule related to the procurement of telecommunications equipment and services, targeting equipment or services from specific Chinese and Russian entities. This rule bans the use of such technology in any system that is vital or essential, aiming to enhance the security of defense systems. Changes to the reporting timelines for discovering prohibited equipment and the actions taken for mitigation have been extended, giving more time for compliance. The rule also includes specific requirements that apply to all contractors, including those involved in small business.

The Department of Defense's Defense Acquisition Regulations System has made editorial revisions to the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS). These updates are intended to ensure the regulations follow DFARS drafting standards. Changes include updates to parts 206, 217, 219, and 252, such as altering wording and formatting to improve clarity and consistency. The rule becomes effective on January 17, 2025.

The Department of Defense is updating a rule related to the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) to transition property loss reporting to a newer, more integrated system called the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE). This change replaces the outdated Defense Contract Management Agency eTool application, which had several limitations. The new system is designed to be more efficient and secure. The rule doesn't introduce new requirements but aims to maintain or potentially reduce compliance burdens by utilizing the technology offered by PIEE.

The Department of Defense (DoD) is asking for public feedback on proposed changes to a public information collection requirement related to the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) concerning Independent Research and Development Technical Descriptions. The aim is to determine if the information collected is necessary and beneficial, and to find ways to reduce the reporting burden on businesses. The proposal includes extending the current approval, which expires on April 30, 2021, for another three years. Public comments will be accepted until March 22, 2021.

The Defense Acquisition Regulations System has asked the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to approve a revision and extension of information collection related to the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) Part 229, Taxes. This collection helps the Department of Defense (DoD) ensure contractors in the United Kingdom seek relief from customs duty on fuels used in certain vehicles, as required by contracts. The proposal involves 12 respondents each making about 2.33 submissions a year, totaling an annual burden of 112 hours. Public comments on this proposal must be received by February 18, 2021.

The Department of Defense is updating the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) through a technical amendment. This action consists of editorial changes, specifically updating a reference in section 225.802-71 by replacing “DoD Directive 2040.3” with “DoD Instruction 2040.03.” The amendment aims to ensure that the regulation references are accurate and up-to-date, with the changes taking effect on December 18, 2024.

The Department of Defense (DoD) is asking for public comments on their plan to extend a current information collection requirement, as part of the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) for contract financing related to foreign military sales. This extension is necessary to ensure the proper usage of foreign funds, as mandated by the Arms Export Control Act, for buying military equipment for other countries. The public can comment on the necessity and effectiveness of this information collection process until February 18, 2025. The collection involves businesses providing details such as separate progress payment requests and schedules to help the government track and allocate funds properly.

The Department of Defense issued a final rule to update the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement, aligning it with the requirements from the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023. This rule emphasizes that when awarding architectural and engineering service contracts under multiple-award contracts, the selection should be based on qualifications. It avoids unnecessary duplication of qualification information requests from contractors and is expected to lighten some administrative burdens for small entities by preventing repetitive information submissions. The rule doesn't impose new reporting requirements and is expected to maintain existing procedures without significant public impact.

The Department of Defense is publishing an updated list of product categories where Federal Prison Industries (FPI) holds more than a five percent market share within the DoD market, using data from 2024. The listed product categories must now be procured using competitive or fair opportunity methods starting April 9, 2025. These categories include items like office furniture, men's and women's outerwear, and other specific clothing and household goods. The DoD must also include FPI in the solicitation process for these items and will adjust the list as needed if new information becomes available.

The Department of Defense (DoD) has issued a final rule to amend the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), addressing data rights under the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. This rule establishes a 20-year data protection period, after which the government gains perpetual rights for government purposes, rather than unlimited rights. It also reinforces protections for small business intellectual property, specifying the conditions and limitations for marking and asserting rights on technical data and computer software. The rule applies to contracts including those at or below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold and introduces new clauses for STTR-specific preaward and postaward requirements.