Information Collection Requirement; Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) Part 219, Small Business Programs
By Defense Department, Defense Acquisition Regulations System · Sep 30, 2026, 11:00 PM CDT
In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, DoD announces the proposed extension of a public information collection requirement and seeks public comment on the provisions thereof. DoD invites comments on: whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of DoD, including whether the information will have practical utility; the accu
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AI analysisFormal NoticeThe language follows standard federal notice format, presenting the action and request for comment without persuasive language.
Call for ParticipationThe notice explicitly solicits stakeholder input, framing the public as partners in evaluating the collection's necessity and burden.
Authority CitationCiting OMB approval provides legal grounding for the collection and signals compliance with statutory requirements.
Context
AI analysisMissing context
The notice does not explain what specific information will be collected, who the respondents are, or how the data will be used within DoD programs. It also lacks detail on the estimated burden (e.g., hours or cost) and the specific changes being considered to reduce that burden.
Important context
Under the Paperwork Reduction Act, federal agencies must obtain OMB approval for information collections and provide opportunities for public comment. Extensions of such collections are routine but require justification of continued necessity and minimal burden on respondents.
Opinion vs. reporting
AI analysisThe document is a factual notice; it does not contain opinion, only statements of proposed actions and requests for comment.