Opportunity
Federal Register #2026-17328
Notice of Intent to Extend Collection of Arbitration Opt-In Notices by Surface Transportation Board
Buyer
Surface Transportation Board
Posted
August 25, 2026
Respond By
September 25, 2026
Identifier
2026-17328
This opportunity relates to the Surface Transportation Board's (STB) notice of intent to extend approval for collecting Arbitration Opt-In Notices: - Government Buyer: - Surface Transportation Board (STB), an independent federal agency - No OEMs or vendors are involved, as this is not a procurement of goods or services - Products/Services Requested: - Collection of Arbitration Opt-In Notices from rail carriers - No part numbers or purchase quantities specified - Unique Requirements: - Rail carriers must submit notices to opt into the Board's arbitration program - The collection supports dispute resolution procedures under the FAST Act - Public comments are requested regarding the necessity, utility, and burden of this information collection - No products, services, or technical solutions are being procured; focus is on regulatory compliance and information submission
Description
The Surface Transportation Board (STB) intends to seek approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for an extension of the collection of Arbitration "Opt-in" Notices. This collection involves rail carriers opting into the Board's arbitration program by filing a notice with the Board. The notice allows carriers to participate in dispute resolution procedures under the FAST Act. Comments on this information collection are due by September 24, 2026.