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The General Services Administration (GSA) is revising an existing process for submitting notarized documents related to the System for Award Management (SAM) registration. This change is meant to enhance the security and accuracy of the information in SAM, which is crucial for government acquisitions and assistance programs. GSA is proposing a more efficient method that only requires notarized letters when appointing a new administrator to an existing entity, ensuring minimal disruption to businesses. Public comments on this revision are invited until February 26, 2025.

The General Services Administration (GSA) announced a web meeting of the Green Building Advisory Committee scheduled for January 28, 2021. This committee focuses on innovations in federal building design and operations to reduce environmental impacts and costs. During the meeting, topics such as findings from task groups on embodied energy, COVID-19 responses, and energy storage will be discussed. Interested individuals need to register by January 25, 2021, if they wish to attend or comment during the meeting.

The memorandum directs the Administrator of the General Services Administration (GSA) to provide recommendations within 60 days on how federal public buildings can reflect civic identity and respect regional and classical architectural styles. The goal is to beautify public spaces and enhance the nation's civic architecture. It also mandates that if the GSA plans to approve a building design that does not align with this policy, the Administrator must notify the President at least 30 days prior, explaining the reasons for this decision.

The General Services Administration (GSA) has issued a Record of Decision (ROD) for modernizing and expanding the Lynden and Sumas land ports of entry in Washington. The projects aim to support U.S. Customs and Border Protection by increasing the ports' functionality, capacity, and safety. For the Lynden site, the GSA prefers the North-South Oriented Expansion, while for the Sumas site, the Multi-Story Construction Expansion is favored. Both alternatives require acquiring additional land and involve site preparation and construction.

In a correction notice published by the Federal Register, the document titled "Submission for OMB Review; Protecting Life in Global Health Assistance," initially misstated a date. The original notice mistakenly mentioned January 20, 2021, as an important date. However, it has now been corrected to January 21, 2021. This document involves agencies like the Defense Department, General Services Administration, and NASA.

DOD, GSA, and NASA have issued a Small Entity Compliance Guide summarizing changes to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) as per Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2021-03. These changes include rules about violations of arms control treaties, criteria for using the lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) source selection process, and the type of assets individual sureties must pledge. Additionally, it includes various technical amendments across multiple regulations. The guide helps small businesses understand how these changes might impact them.

In Executive Order 14274, the President revokes two previous orders by Presidents Carter and Clinton that pressured federal agencies to place their offices in central business districts and historic properties. This change aims to allow agencies more freedom to choose cost-effective office locations that better serve American taxpayers. The order instructs the Administrator of General Services to update relevant regulations and ensures that the new policy aligns with existing laws. This decision is meant to improve the efficiency of federal office space management while maintaining legal congruence.

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 are asking the public to comment on a proposal related to government contract agreements. The proposal aims to gather input on the necessity and effectiveness of the information collection for federal acquisitions and to minimize burdens on the public. This collection is part of efforts to streamline processes when contractors want recognition of a successor in interest or a name change. Public comments are welcome until April 5, 2021, with more details available on regulations.gov.

The Department of Defense (DOD), General Services Administration (GSA), and NASA have sent a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to extend an approved information collection related to certain Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) part 4 requirements. This involves contractors providing information such as taxpayer IDs, unique entity identifiers, and Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) codes, which help with government data reporting and contract management. The information is used to maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with contracting laws. Public comments on this request are open until April 14, 2025.