Opportunity
Federal Register #DARS-2026-0199
DFARS Contract Pricing Information Collection Requirement Notice
Buyer
Defense Acquisition Regulations System
Posted
July 31, 2026
Respond By
August 31, 2026
Identifier
DARS-2026-0199
This notice from the Defense Acquisition Regulations System addresses an information collection requirement related to DFARS Subpart 215.4, Contract Pricing. - Government Buyer: - Defense Department, Defense Acquisition Regulations System - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - The notice pertains to information collection requirements for contractors regarding cost estimating systems - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Contractors must establish, maintain, and disclose cost estimating systems - Contractors must respond to government reports identifying material weaknesses in their systems - The notice is a request for public comment, not a solicitation for goods or services - Focus is on compliance with DFARS regulations for cost estimating systems
Description
The Defense Acquisition Regulations System has submitted a proposal to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for clearance regarding the collection of information under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This proposal pertains to the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) Subpart 215.4, Contract Pricing, and related clauses. The information collection involves requirements for contractors to establish and maintain cost estimating systems and respond to government reports identifying weaknesses. The purpose is to ensure contractors have adequate systems for generating cost estimates and monitoring corrections of material weaknesses.