NASA Quietly Renews Obscure Astronaut Medical Form

2026-19160, Federal Acquisition Regulation: Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul Parts 16, 17, and 35

The government is shaking up how it buys stuff by simplifying key contract rules in parts 16, 17, and 35 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation. This change affects federal agencies and contractors, aiming to cut red tape and save taxpayer money. Comments on the proposed changes are open until October 19, 2026, so get ready to weigh in!

2026-13245, Procedures for Implementing the National Environmental Policy Act

NASA is updating its rules for how it checks the environmental impact of its projects to make the process clearer and faster for everyone involved. This change affects NASA staff, project partners, and the public by providing new guidelines and updated lists of projects that don’t need detailed reviews. The new rules take effect on August 17, 2026, and NASA is asking for public comments by July 31, 2026.

2026-20270, Information Collection; Presolicitation Notice and Response

The government wants to keep collecting info about presolicitation notices, which help agencies plan buying stuff. They’re asking the public to share thoughts on how useful this info is and how to make it easier to provide. This extension would last three more years, with comments due by December 1, 2026, but no new costs are expected.

2026-20271, Information Collection; Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 11 Requirements

The government agencies in charge of buying stuff (like DoD, NASA, and GSA) want to keep collecting info under a rule called FAR Part 11 for three more years. They’re asking the public to share thoughts by December 1, 2026, on how to make this info collection easier and more useful. This won’t cost extra money but helps keep government buying smooth and clear.

2026-20128, Submission for OMB Review; Preaward Survey Forms (Standard Forms 1403, 1404, 1405, 1406, 1407, and 1408)

The government is asking to keep using six preaward survey forms that help check if contractors can do the job before signing a contract. This affects contractors and contracting officers who need to prove financial strength, reliability, and ability to deliver on time. Comments on this request are open until November 2, 2026, with no new costs expected.

2026-20127, Submission for OMB Review; Acquisition 360 Voluntary Survey

The government is asking for approval to keep using the Acquisition 360 Voluntary Survey, which lets companies give feedback on how the government handles contract talks and debriefings. This survey helps agencies improve how they work with vendors before awarding contracts. If you’re a business interested in government contracts, your input matters! Comments on this plan are open until November 2, 2026, and there’s no cost to participate.

Previous: 2026-11419, Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for the Fort Peck Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes

A major disaster was declared for the Fort Peck Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes after a severe winter storm hit in December 2025. This means folks there can now apply for low-interest disaster loans to fix damage or recover lost income, with deadlines coming up in August 2026 and March 2027. Nearby Montana counties can also apply for economic injury loans to help their businesses bounce back.

Next: 2026-11421, Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for the Crow Tribe of Montana

The President declared a major disaster for the Crow Tribe of Montana after a severe winter storm hit in December 2025. This means people and businesses there can now apply for low-interest disaster loans to help fix damage or recover lost income. Physical damage loan applications are due by August 1, 2026, and economic injury loan applications by March 1, 2027.