OMB Review: Extending Contract Bidding Forms, No Drama Attached

2026-16681, Submission for OMB Review; Prohibition on Contracting With Entities Using Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment

Under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act, the Regulatory Secretariat Division has submitted to OMB a request to review and approve an extension of a previously approved information collection requirement regarding the prohibition on contracting with entities using certain telecommunications and video surveillance services.

2026-16679, Submission for OMB Review; Architect-Engineer Qualifications (SF-330)

The government is asking to keep using a form called SF-330, which architects and engineers fill out to show they’re qualified for big projects over a certain dollar amount. This form helps officials pick the best team for the job. If you’re an architect-engineer firm, keep an eye out—comments on this must be sent by September 14, 2026, but there’s no new cost or big changes coming.

2026-16678, Submission for OMB Review; Contract Financing

The government is asking for approval to keep collecting info from contractors about how they want to get paid during contracts. This affects companies working with the government, who must share details about payment schedules and amounts. Comments are open until September 14, 2026, so now’s the time to speak up if you have thoughts!

2026-16680, Submission for OMB Review; Privacy Training

Under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act, the Regulatory Secretariat Division has submitted to OMB a request to review and approve an extension of a previously approved information collection requirement regarding privacy training.

2026-16677, Submission for OMB Review; Prospective Subcontractor Requests for Bonds

The government is asking to keep collecting info from subcontractors who want to see payment bonds before working on federal construction projects. This helps protect everyone by making sure payments are secure. If you’re a subcontractor or supplier, you might need to request these bonds soon, and comments on this process are open until September 14, 2026.

2026-16612, Regulatory Agenda

This agenda provides summary descriptions of regulations being developed by the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council in compliance with Executive Order 12866 "Regulatory Planning and Review, as reaffirmed and amended in Executive Order 13563, "Improving Regulation and Regulatory Review." This agenda is being published to allow interested people an opportunity to participate in the rulemaking process. Additionally, members of the public can track the progress of any open and pending Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) rule via the "Open FAR Cases" report, which is publicly available at https://www.acq.osd.mil/dpap/ dars/farcasestatus.html. The Regulatory Secretariat Division has attempted to list all regulations pending at the time of publication, except for minor and routine or repetitive actions; however, unanticipated requirements may result in the issuance of regulations that are not included in this agenda. There is no legal significance to the omission of an item from this listing. Also, the dates shown for the steps of each action are estimated and are not commitments to act on or by the dates shown. Published proposed rules may be reviewed in their entirety at the Government's rulemaking website at https://www.regulations.gov.

Previous: 2025-03996, Information Collection; Value Engineering Requirements

The DoD, GSA, and NASA want to keep collecting info about value engineering to make sure government projects save money and work better. They’re asking the public to share thoughts on how useful and easy this info collection is. The current approval lasts until June 30, 2025, and they want to extend it for three more years without extra costs or big changes.

Next: 2025-03998, Submission for OMB Review; North Carolina Sales Tax Certification

North Carolina businesses that collect sales tax need to keep their certification paperwork up to date. The government is asking OMB to approve extending the time they can collect this info, so nothing changes but paperwork stays smooth. This helps keep sales tax records clear without adding new costs or deadlines.