Opportunity
Federal Register #DOD-2026-OS-1618
DFAS Requests Public Comment on Custodianship Certification Information Collection (DD Form 2790)
Buyer
Defense Finance and Accounting Services (DFAS)
Posted
July 29, 2026
Respond By
September 28, 2026
Identifier
DOD-2026-OS-1618
This opportunity concerns a proposed information collection by the Defense Finance and Accounting Services (DFAS) for the Department of Defense: - Government Buyer: - Department of Defense (DoD) - Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (Comptroller)/Chief Financial Officer - Defense Finance and Accounting Services (DFAS) - Purpose: - Seeks public comment on the Custodianship Certification to Support Claims on Behalf of Minor Children of Deceased Members of the Armed Forces - Utilizes DD Form 2790 (OMB Control Number 0730-0010) - Ensures proper payment of annuities to legal guardians or custodians of minor children, as required by DoD Financial Management Regulation - Products/Services Requested: - Information collection service (no physical products or OEMs involved) - Focus on feedback regarding necessity, utility, burden, and potential improvements (including automation) for the information collection process - Unique/Notable Requirements: - No procurement of goods or services; this is a request for public input on an information collection process - Emphasis on improving efficiency and reducing burden through possible automation - No OEMs or vendors are specified, as this is not a product or service acquisition
Description
The Defense Finance and Accounting Services (DFAS) is announcing a proposed public information collection related to Custodianship Certification to Support Claims on Behalf of Minor Children of Deceased Members of the Armed Forces using DD Form 2790. The collection aims to ensure proper payment of annuities to legal guardians or custodians of minor children. Public comments are invited on the necessity, utility, and burden of the information collection. Comments must be submitted by September 28, 2026.