DoD Seeks Opinions on Endless Contract Paper Trails
Published Date: 5/5/2025
Notice
Summary
The Department of Defense wants to keep collecting important contract info to help manage government deals smoothly. They’re asking for public feedback on how useful and easy this info collection is, aiming to keep it clear and less of a hassle. This extension would last three more years, with no new costs expected, so contractors and agencies should stay tuned!
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DoD Extends DFARS Data Collection
The Department of Defense plans to extend the contract information collection under OMB Control Number 0704-0250 for another three years after the next approval date. The current OMB approval runs through August 31, 2025, and DoD is asking contractors and the public to comment on the need for the collection, the burden estimate, and ways to reduce burden (including automated methods). The notice says no new costs are expected from the extension.
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