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The Department of Defense, General Services Administration, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and Office of Federal Procurement Policy have withdrawn a proposed rule and policy regarding pay equity and transparency in federal contracting. The rule, which was initially published in January 2024, aimed to prevent contractors from considering a job applicant's compensation history and required them to disclose the salary for job positions linked to government contracts. The decision to withdraw is attributed to the limited time left in the current administration and the intent to focus on other priorities. The proposal was initially suggested to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in federal procurement.

The Department of Defense (DOD), General Services Administration (GSA), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) have issued a notice under the Paperwork Reduction Act. They are seeking comments from the public on a request sent to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to review and approve the revision and renewal of an information collection related to presolicitation notices. These notices help small businesses access information about government contracting opportunities and aim to enhance competition. The public is invited to submit their comments by February 4, 2021.

The Department of Defense (DOD), General Services Administration (GSA), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) have issued a notice about extending a requirement related to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) part 9. This rule involves various regulations that contractors must comply with when engaging in federal contracts, such as providing information about their qualifications, corporate responsibility, and any history of legal issues. Comments on this notice are open until April 14, 2025, and the public is encouraged to submit feedback for review. The information collected helps assess if contractors are eligible for federal contract awards.

The Department of Defense, General Services Administration, and NASA have issued a Small Entity Compliance Guide as part of Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2025-02. This guide summarizes important changes to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) regarding various rules, including mandatory human trafficking prevention training for air carriers contracted by the federal government and certification requirements for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. Additionally, the document includes technical amendments to multiple FAR sections. These changes are meant to ensure compliance with federal acquisition policies and regulations.

The Department of Defense (DOD), General Services Administration (GSA), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) are asking the public to share their thoughts on extending and updating rules related to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) part 4. These rules involve the collection and maintenance of various contractor information, such as taxpayer identification and unique entity identifiers, crucial for government contracting processes. The agencies want feedback on the importance of this information, its accuracy, and suggestions for improving its collection. Comments are invited until February 18, 2025, through the website https://www.regulations.gov.

The Department of Defense (DOD), General Services Administration (GSA), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) are seeking public feedback on extending the value engineering requirements through the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). They want comments on whether the information collection is essential for federal acquisitions and how it can be improved while minimizing the burden on respondents. The public is invited to submit comments by May 12, 2025, via the website https://www.regulations.gov. The collected data will help evaluate Value Engineering Change Proposals (VECPs) that contractors submit, and if accepted, enable a fair sharing plan for cost reductions.

The Department of Defense (DoD), General Services Administration (GSA), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) have issued an interim rule affecting the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). This rule, effective since November 12, 2024, prohibits the procurement and operation of unmanned aircraft systems from certain foreign entities. They are extending the deadline for public comments on this rule from January 13, 2025, to January 27, 2025, to allow more time for feedback. Comments can be submitted through the Federal eRulemaking portal at regulations.gov.

The Department of Defense (DOD), General Services Administration (GSA), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) have announced a request for public feedback on a proposed revision and extension of an information collection about alternatives to government-specific standards. This initiative, under the Paperwork Reduction Act, aims to gather data from offerors suggesting alternative standards to government-unique ones, to evaluate if these alternatives could meet the government's needs. Interested parties are invited to submit their comments by February 10, 2021, with specific instructions provided for the submission process. The document clarifies how this information will support Federal agencies in determining if voluntary consensus standards can be adopted in place of unique government standards.

The Department of Defense (DOD), General Services Administration (GSA), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) have issued a notice regarding a request submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for an extension of certain information collection requirements under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 15. These requirements include providing details on make-or-buy decisions, negotiations, unit prices, ownership changes, and pass-through charges to ensure fair contracting practices. Public comments on this proposal are invited until April 14, 2025.

The Department of Defense (DoD), General Services Administration (GSA), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) have finalized a rule to amend the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). This rule aims to align the procedures for suspension and debarment in both procurement and nonprocurement activities, following suggestions from the Interagency Suspension and Debarment Committee. The changes seek to enhance transparency and consistency across government suspension and debarment procedures by integrating minor procedural clarifications and updates for better due process, particularly focusing on communication and decision-making processes. These modifications are intended to standardize practices and simplify the understanding of these processes for contractors working with the federal government.