Federal Register #USCBP-2016-0077

CBP Modifies National Customs Automation Program Test for Post-Summary Corrections

This notice from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), part of the Department of Homeland Security, announces regulatory changes to the National Customs Automation Program (NCAP) test for post-summary corrections (PSCs). - Government Buyer: - U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) - Department of Homeland Security - No OEMs or vendors are involved, as this is a procedural update, not a procurement. - Key Modifications: - Mandatory electronic payment of increased estimated duties, taxes, and fees via Automated Clearinghouse (ACH) - Flexibility in timing for making these payments - Extended timeframes for filing PSCs when liquidations are suspended - Clarification that interest on increased amounts cannot be paid before liquidation - Detailed rules, criteria, and limitations for submitting PSCs - No products or services are being requested or procured. - No contract value or period of performance applies, as this is not a solicitation.

Description

This notice announces modifications and a clarification to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection's National Customs Automation Program (NCAP) test related to post-summary corrections (PSCs) and payment of increases in estimated duties, taxes, and fees resulting from a PSC. Key changes include mandatory electronic payment via Automated Clearinghouse (ACH) starting August 5, 2026, options for timing of payment, and extended filing timeframes for PSCs in cases of suspended liquidations. The notice also clarifies that interest payments on increased amounts cannot be made prior to liquidation and outlines the rules and criteria for filing PSCs under the test.

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