Opportunity
Federal Register #2026-15198
IRS Requests Public Comment on Information Collection for Reward Application (Form 211)
Buyer
Internal Revenue Service
Posted
July 28, 2026
Respond By
September 28, 2026
Identifier
2026-15198
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS), part of the Department of the Treasury, is requesting public comment on its information collection process for Form 211, Application for Reward for Original Information. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Treasury - Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - No OEMs or vendors are involved, as this is not a procurement opportunity. - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being requested or procured. - The notice pertains to the collection of information from individuals submitting Form 211 to report alleged tax law violations. - Notable Requirements: - The IRS is seeking feedback on the necessity, accuracy, and burden of the information collection process. - Estimated 20,000 responses annually, with an average response time of 45 minutes per submission. - No unique technical or operational requirements beyond standard information collection review.
Description
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is inviting comments on an information collection request related to Form 211, which is used by individuals requesting rewards for submitting information about alleged violations of tax laws. This notice is issued in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and seeks public input on the necessity, accuracy, and burden of the information collection. The IRS estimates 20,000 responses annually, with an average response time of 45 minutes. Comments are due by September 28, 2026.