Pentagon Seeks Input on Arms Transfer Data Form
Published Date: 6/3/2026
Notice
Summary
The Department of Defense wants your thoughts on a new info collection called the America First Arms Transfer Strategy. They’re checking if it’s useful, clear, and not too much work for people to fill out. You’ve got until August 3, 2026, to share your ideas—no cost to comment, just your time!
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.
For‑Profit Firms Asked for Market Data
If you are a for‑profit business, the Department of Defense is requesting market intelligence on defense articles, including production capabilities, supply chain dependencies, product offerings, and export readiness. The collection estimates 150 respondents, 5 responses per respondent (750 annual responses), an average burden of 30 minutes per response, and a total annual burden of 375 hours.
Submissions Won't Trigger Contracts
The notice states this information collection is a strategic market research effort and is not an acquisition or procurement action; no federal contracts will be solicited or awarded based on these submissions.
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