Federal Register #2026-09526

Request for Comments on Information Collection: Prohibition on Contracting with Entities Using Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Equipment

This notice seeks public input on extending an information collection related to federal prohibitions on contracting with entities that use certain telecommunications and video surveillance equipment or services. - Government Buyers: - Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP) - Department of Defense (DoD) - General Services Administration (GSA) - National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) - Purpose: - Gather comments on the extension of an information collection supporting compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses 52.204-24, 52.204-25, and 52.204-26 - Focus on representations, disclosures, and reporting by offerors and contractors regarding use of covered telecommunications equipment or services - Products/Services Requested: - No specific products or services are being procured - The notice concerns regulatory compliance and information gathering only - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Applies to all federal contractors and offerors - Supports ongoing compliance with statutory prohibitions on certain telecommunications and video surveillance equipment or services - No OEMs, vendors, or part numbers are specified in this notice

Description

This notice invites public comments on an extension concerning the prohibition on contracting with entities using certain telecommunications and video surveillance services. The collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of Federal Government acquisitions and includes representations and disclosures by offerors and contractors regarding the use of covered telecommunications equipment or services. The information collected is used by contracting officers to ensure compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation requirements and to consult on next steps regarding prohibited equipment or services. The Office of Federal Procurement Policy, Department of Defense, General Services Administration, and NASA propose to extend the approval of this information collection for three additional years beyond the current expiration date of December 31, 2026.

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