Federal Register #OMB Control No. 29000895

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking public comment on information collection requirements related to three VA Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) contract clauses focused on information security and privacy for contractors providing IT-related services. - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) - Office of Acquisition and Logistics (OAL) - Scope of Request: - Public comment on information collection for VAAR clauses: - 852.23970: Security Requirements for Information Technology Resources - 852.23972: Information System Design and Development - 852.23973: Information System Hosting, Operation, Maintenance, or Use - Services Requested: - Contractors must ensure IT security for all systems connected to VA networks or operated for VA - Services include information system design, development, hosting, operation, and maintenance - Compliance with federal laws, regulations, and VA directives is required - Unique Requirements: - Focus on regulatory compliance for IT service providers - No specific OEMs, vendors, or products are identified in this notice - Place of Performance: - Department of Veterans Affairs (federal office) - No estimated contract value or period of performance is specified, as this is a request for information and comment, not a solicitation for products or services.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of Acquisition and Logistics (OAL) is submitting a collection of information to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and comment, in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995. This collection involves three VAAR contract clauses related to information security and privacy for contractors accessing VA information or systems. The clauses cover security requirements for IT resources, information system design and development, and system hosting, operation, or maintenance, ensuring contractors comply with federal laws and VA directives. The notice seeks public comments by April 24, 2026.