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The General Services Administration (GSA) is seeking public comment on extending an existing information collection to improve customer experience with government services, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act. The initiative aims to boost customer satisfaction by aligning government service standards with those of the private sector. Comments are invited on the necessity and efficacy of the information collection, as well as on minimizing the respondent burden. The deadline for submitting comments is February 14, 2025, and they can be submitted via 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 General Services Administration (GSA) is inviting public comments on extending a previously approved information collection requirement. This involves the State Agency Monthly Donation Report of Surplus Property, GSA Form 3040. Comments can be submitted online by March 17, 2025. The report, required by federal regulation, details personal property donated to public agencies for purposes like education and public safety.

The General Services Administration announced two public meetings of the Federal Secure Cloud Advisory Committee (FSCAC) to discuss cloud computing products and services security. These virtual meetings will occur on February 26 and 27, 2025, and will feature presentations, panel discussions, and public comment opportunities. Participants will learn about the FedRAMP roadmap, and initial recommendations on cloud service adoption challenges, especially for small businesses, will be discussed. Registration for the meetings is required and available online, where further information and materials can also be accessed.

The Department of Defense (DOD), General Services Administration (GSA), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) have issued a notice regarding the extension of certain information collection requirements under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 16, which deals with contract pricing. These requirements mandate that contractors submit various pricing and cost data so that contracting officers can negotiate fair pricing adjustments. The public is invited to comment on this extension until April 14, 2025. This notice aims to ensure transparent and equitable pricing in government contracts.

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) is notifying the public of its intention to rescind the Federal Travel Regulation (FTR) Case 2022-03 regarding alternative fuel vehicle usage during employee relocations. This rule change was originally published on March 26, 2024, and is planned to be rolled back in compliance with recent executive orders. The original language, which did not specify the type of vehicle a relocating employee should use, will be reinstated. This change is part of a broader effort to undo certain previous executive actions.

The Federal Acquisition Service, part of the General Services Administration, has issued a notice seeking comments on extending the use of a form called the Standard Form (SF) 123, which is used to transfer surplus federal personal property to various public agencies and organizations. This form allows state agencies to donate surplus items to non-profit and public entities like educational programs and airports. The notice highlights the need for public input on the necessity and efficiency of this information collection, as well as any suggestions for improvement. Comments must be submitted by March 17, 2025, through regulations.gov.

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.

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.