Federal Register #07040229

Request for Comments on Extension of DFARS Part 225 Information Collection Requirement

The Department of Defense is seeking public input on the extension of an information collection requirement under DFARS Part 225, which governs foreign acquisition and related clauses. - Government Buyer: - Department of Defense (DoD) - Defense Acquisition Regulations System - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned; this notice is regulatory in nature. - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured; the focus is on information collection for compliance and reporting. - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Supports DoD compliance with statutory and policy restrictions on foreign product acquisition - Ensures adherence to U.S. trade agreements - Facilitates reporting for contract performance outside the United States - Aids in preparing reports for the Department of Commerce - Protects the U.S. industrial base - Public comments are requested on the necessity, utility, burden, and potential improvements to the information collection process - Period of Performance: - Proposed extension is for three years after approval - Place of Performance/Delivery: - Department of Defense and Defense Acquisition Regulations System offices

Description

The Department of Defense (DoD) proposes to extend the public information collection requirement under DFARS Part 225 related to foreign acquisition and related clauses. This collection ensures compliance with restrictions on foreign product acquisition, U.S. trade agreements, and reporting requirements for contract performance outside the United States. The information collected supports DoD functions such as protecting the industrial base and preparing reports for the Department of Commerce. Comments on the necessity, utility, burden, and ways to improve the collection are invited.

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