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The Department of Defense (DoD), General Services Administration (GSA), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) are seeking public comments on continuing the information collection related to specific Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) part 32 requirements. They are interested in understanding whether the collection of this data is necessary and how it can be improved or streamlined. These requirements involve various financial and contract management aspects, including advance payments, proper invoicing, and electronic funds transfers, among others. The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has approved the existing collection until July 31, 2025, and the agencies are proposing to extend this approval for another three years.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is proposing to amend its Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) to align with changes in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and to streamline internal procedures. The updates aim to simplify procurement processes for health-care resources by removing outdated policies and incorporating new ones, reducing redundancy, and lessening the burden on contractors. Key changes include revisions to parts of VAAR and VA Acquisition Manual (VAAM), focusing on simplifying acquisition procedures for health-care resources. The public is invited to submit comments on the proposed rule changes by March 22, 2021.

The Department of Defense, the General Services Administration, and NASA are proposing a rule change to the Federal Acquisition Regulation to enhance the cybersecurity workforce. This change will require that contracts for IT and cybersecurity support services align with the NICE Framework, which standardizes the tasks, knowledge, skills, and roles in cybersecurity. The proposal aims to create consistency in how cybersecurity competencies are described in federal contracts. Public comments on this proposal are invited until March 4, 2025.

The Department of Defense, General Services Administration, and NASA are seeking public feedback on extending certain requirements of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), specifically part 9. This relates to the collection of information needed for determining whether companies are eligible for government contracts, including issues of debarment, tax violations, and corporate responsibility. The Office of Management and Budget has approved this information collection until April 30, 2025, and the agencies propose extending it for another three years. The goal is to improve the quality and reduce the burden of this information collection process.

The Department of Defense, General Services Administration, and NASA have announced that they are seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget to extend an information collection requirement related to subcontract consent and contractors' purchasing system reviews. This process involves contractors providing detailed information to ensure subcontracting decisions align with government policies and business practices. If approved, contractors will continue to submit necessary data to comply with Federal Acquisition Regulation requirements, aiding contract officers in maintaining compliance and efficiency in government spending. Public comments are invited on this proposal until April 14, 2025.

DoD, GSA, and NASA have issued a final rule to amend the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) in order to implement an Executive Order that promotes the use of American-made goods in government procurement. This rule increases domestic content requirements for products, especially focusing on iron and steel, and raises the price preference for domestic goods from 6% to 20% for large businesses and from 12% to 30% for small businesses. Additionally, certain aspects of the Buy American statute are retained, such as waivers for Commercially Available Off-The-Shelf (COTS) items, although exceptions apply for products predominantly made of iron or steel. The rule is intended to boost economic growth, job creation, and national security by encouraging the use of U.S.-manufactured products.

The Department of Defense, General Services Administration, and NASA are proposing changes to clarify the rules about protests concerning orders under certain multiple-award contracts in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). This proposed rule aims to make it clear that a contracting officer's decision to set aside or not set aside an order for small businesses is a discretionary action that cannot be the sole basis for a protest. The agencies believe that this rule will help reduce unnecessary protests and save time and resources for contractors and the government. They also invite public comments on the expected impact of this rule on small businesses.

The Department of Defense, General Services Administration, and NASA have issued a final rule to make editorial updates to the Federal Acquisition Regulation. These changes, which affect various sections within 48 CFR parts 13, 25, 36, 49, and 52, are mostly minor adjustments, such as updating references and terminology. The rule will take effect on January 3, 2025. For any inquiries, individuals can contact Ms. Lois Mandell at the GSA.

The Department of Defense, General Services Administration, and NASA issued a final rule altering the Federal Acquisition Regulation. This change aligns with the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016, requiring individual sureties to pledge specific U.S. Government-backed assets as security for bonds, enhancing the protection against default. Public comments showed strong support for the rule, citing its benefits in fraud prevention and protection of subcontractors and suppliers in federal construction projects. The rule also aims to streamline the procurement process without significantly impacting small businesses' access to bonding.

The Executive Order titled "Restoring Common Sense to Federal Procurement" aims to simplify and streamline the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), the set of rules governing how the Federal Government buys goods and services. The President has directed that within 180 days, agencies should revise the FAR to remove unnecessary rules, making it more effective and efficient. The goal is to create a procurement system that is less bureaucratic and more aligned with the national interest. Any provisions in the FAR that are not required by law and do not enhance the system's functioning may be eliminated or set to expire within four years unless reviewed and renewed.