Notice 11 Apr 2025 government contracting, federal acquisition regulation, compliance, information collection, defense

📄Analysis of Extraordinary Contractual Action Requests Notice

In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) regulations, DoD, GSA, and NASA invite the public to comment on an extension concerning extraordinary contractual action requests. DoD, GSA, and NASA invite comments on: whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of Federal Government acquisitions, including whether the information will have practical utility; the accuracy of the estimate of the burden of the proposed information collection; ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and ways to minimize the burden of the information collection on respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. OMB has approved this information collection for use through August 31, 2025. DoD, GSA, and NASA propose that OMB extend its approval for use for three additional years beyond the current expiration date.

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Presidential Document 3 Apr 2025 compliance, government contracting, executive order, national security, legal firms

⚖️Analysis of Executive Order on WilmerHale and Business Implications

Executive Order 14250 addresses risks associated with law firms, particularly WilmerHale, calling for a review of security clearances and potentially terminating government contracts. It highlights concerns over actions detrimental to national interests and mandates compliance from government agencies while aiming to align more closely with American principles and public safety.

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Notice 2 Apr 2025 compliance, government contracting, federal regulations, commercial acquisitions

📄Invitation for Comments on Information Collection for Commercial Acquisitions

In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) regulations, DoD, GSA, and NASA invite the public to comment on an extension concerning commercial acquisitions. DoD, GSA, and NASA invite comments on: whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of Federal Government acquisitions, including whether the information will have practical utility; the accuracy of the estimate of the burden of the proposed information collection; ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and ways to minimize the burden of the information collection on respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. OMB has approved this information collection for use through November 30, 2025. DoD, GSA, and NASA propose that OMB extend its approval for use for three additional years beyond the current expiration date.

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Notice 2 Apr 2025 compliance, federal acquisition regulation, government contracting, inspection clauses, quality assurance

📋Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 46 Requirements and Business Impacts

In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) regulations, DoD, GSA, and NASA invite the public to comment on an extension concerning Federal Acquisition Regulation part 46 requirements. DoD, GSA, and NASA invite comments on: whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of Federal Government acquisitions, including whether the information will have practical utility; the accuracy of the estimate of the burden of the proposed information collection; ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and ways to minimize the burden of the information collection on respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. OMB has approved this information collection for use through November 30, 2025. DoD, GSA, and NASA propose that OMB extend its approval for use for three additional years beyond the current expiration date.

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Notice 2 Apr 2025 compliance, government contracting, regulations, information collection, defense, private security

🛡️Regulatory Notice on Contractors for Private Security Functions

In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) regulations, DoD, GSA, and NASA invite the public to comment on an extension concerning contractors performing private security functions outside the United States. DoD, GSA, and NASA invite comments on: whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of Federal Government acquisitions, including whether the information will have practical utility; the accuracy of the estimate of the burden of the proposed information collection; ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and ways to minimize the burden of the information collection on respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. OMB has approved this information collection for use through September 30, 2025. DoD, GSA, and NASA propose that OMB extend its approval for use for three additional years beyond the current expiration date.

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Presidential Document 20 Mar 2025 racial discrimination, executive order, government contracting, compliance, legal industry

⚖️Executive Order 14237 Targets Paul Weiss for Legal Practices

Executive Order 14237 addresses legal practices of Paul Weiss and mandates a review of its government contracts and security clearances due to allegations of unethical conduct and discrimination. The order seeks to align government funding with U.S. interests and national security.

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Notice 13 Mar 2025 compliance, federal acquisition regulation, government contracting, gsa, nasa, dod, contractor requirements

📜Compliance Notice on Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 4 Requirements

Under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act, the Regulatory Secretariat Division has submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) a request to review and approve an extension of a previously approved information collection requirement regarding certain Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) part 4 requirements and a revision to address existing Commercial and Government Entity code requirements.

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Rule 18 Feb 2025 compliance, small business administration, government contracting, government procurement, administrative practice and procedure, reporting and recordkeeping requirements, financial regulations, penalties, small businesses, individuals with disabilities, government property, loan programs-business, grant programs-business, hubzone

🏢HUBZone Program Updates

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is correcting a final rule that was published in the Federal Register on December 17, 2024. The rule clarified and improved policies surrounding a comprehensive revision to the HUBZone Program regulations published in 2019, among other changes. This document is making several technical corrections to the final regulations.

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Presidential Document 30 Jan 2025 compliance, government contracting, federal regulations, senior executives, performance management, executive accountability

⚖️New Measures for Senior Executive Accountability in Federal Agencies

The memorandum focuses on enhancing accountability among Career Senior Executive Service (SES) officials in the federal government. It emphasizes the necessity for SES officials to align with the President's agenda and mandates performance evaluations and organizational restructuring to ensure effective governance. These actions aim to restore public trust and ensure that executive management addresses national priorities.

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Compliance, Regulatory 17 Jan 2025 compliance, government contracting, regulation, government procurement, defense acquisition, software, technical data

📜Update on DFARS Challenge Period for Technical Data Restrictions

DoD is issuing a final rule amending the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) to implement a section of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012, which addresses the validation of proprietary data restrictions.

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