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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 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 Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) has introduced several new rules as part of its Circular 2021-03. These rules include clarifications on handling violations related to arms control treaties and the criteria for using the lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) source selection process. Additionally, changes have been made to what assets individual sureties can use as security bonds. The updates also include various technical amendments across different FAR sections, with some rules becoming effective on February 16, 2021.

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Services Administration, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and Office of Federal Procurement Policy have withdrawn a proposed rule and policy regarding pay equity and transparency in federal contracting.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 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.

The General Services Administration (GSA) plans to cancel a rule concerning the Federal Travel Regulation that was meant to update language around diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. This decision is being made to align with new executive orders requiring government agencies to recognize only two biological sexes and reverse prior changes not consistent with current goals. The intention is to revert back to using sex-specific pronouns in related documentation.

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.

In a correction to a rule from the Federal Acquisition Regulation, there was an error noted in the DATES section of the rule document 2021-00710. Originally, the document incorrectly stated "January 21, 2021" as an important date. This date has been corrected to "January 19, 2021." The affected publication can be found in the issue of January 19, 2021.

The General Services Administration (GSA) plans to issue a final rule that will cancel a previous rule, known as FMR Case 2024-03. This rule aimed to update transportation management with language supporting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility, and was published on November 26, 2024. The decision to rescind the rule aligns with two Executive Orders from January 2025 that aim to revert to traditional gender language and remove what the current administration considers unnecessary provisions. GSA's actions are part of an effort to comply with the current administration's priorities.

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.