# DOI Requests Resubmission of Records Paperwork

The Department of the Interior (DOI) has requested resubmission of paperwork related to the Public Paperwork List (PPL) as part of compliance with the Federal Records Act (FRA). This action underscores the agency's ongoing efforts to ensure proper management, retention, and disposition of federal records in accordance with legal requirements overseen by the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). Procurement professionals and contractors specializing in records management, archival services, and compliance should note the emphasis on adherence to federal records schedules and the potential for contract opportunities supporting these activities.

- The DOI's request signals active federal agency engagement with FRA compliance, highlighting demand for expertise in records scheduling and preservation.
- NARA's role in approving records schedules and defining permanent records, including distinctions between federal and presidential records, is central to procurement requirements.
- Contractors should be aware of legal penalties for unlawful removal or destruction of records, emphasizing the need for compliant records management solutions.
- This development may lead to procurement opportunities for services related to records management systems, archival consulting, and compliance auditing within DOI and other federal agencies.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Professional Services
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 22, 2026

### Government Entities
- Department of the Interior (DOI)
- National Archives and Records Administration (NARA)
- United States Congress
- Attorney General

### Key Quotes
> According to NARA, "while only a small percentage of agency records are permanent, all presidential records are considered permanent, unless the President obtains the written views of the Archivist to dispose of particular records e.g., public mail and routine administrative files."
> — Original poster

### Sources
- [DOI requesting resubmission of PPL paperwork](https://www.reddit.com/r/FedEmployees/comments/1wnjg7k/doi_requesting_resubmission_of_ppl_paperwork) - reddit-fedemployees