Notice2026-15850
60-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Department of State Acquisition Regulation (DOSAR)
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Published
August 5, 2026
Issuing agencies
State Department
Abstract
The Department of State (the Department or State) seeks Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval to continue the information collection described below. In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, State requests public comment on this collection from all interested individuals and organizations. The purpose of this notice is to allow 60 days for public comment preceding submission of the collection to OMB.
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[Federal Register Volume 91, Number 149 (Wednesday, August 5, 2026)]
[Notices]
[Pages 50591-50592]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2026-15850]
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DEPARTMENT OF STATE
[Public Notice 13076]
60-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Department of
State Acquisition Regulation (DOSAR)
AGENCY: Department of State.
ACTION: Notice of proposed information collection and request for
public comment.
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SUMMARY: The Department of State (the Department or State) seeks Office
of Management and Budget (OMB) approval to continue the information
collection described below. In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction
Act of 1995, State requests public comment on this collection from all
interested individuals and organizations. The purpose of this notice is
to allow 60 days for public comment preceding submission of the
collection to OMB.
DATES: Submit comments on or before October 5, 2026.
ADDRESSES: You may submit comments by any of the following methods:
<bullet> Web: Persons with access to the internet may comment on
this notice by going to <a href="http://www.Regulations.gov">www.Regulations.gov</a>. You can search for the
document by entering ``Docket Number: DOS-2026-0827'' in the Search
field. Then click the ``Comment Now'' button and complete the comment
form.
<bullet> Regular Mail: Send written comments to: U.S. Department of
State, GA/AP, SA-6B, 1701 N Fort Myer Drive, Arlington, VA 22209.
You must include the applicable DOSAR provision or clause number,
information collection title, and the OMB control number 1405-0050 in
any correspondence.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Direct requests for additional
information regarding the collection listed in this notice, including
requests for copies of the proposed collection instrument and
supporting documents, may be sent to Jessalyn Lord, Global
Acquisitions, at <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#c4808b978596a2a1a0a1b6a5a8b6a1a3adb7b0a1b684b7b0a5b0a1eaa3abb2"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="e5a1aab6a4b7838081809784899780828c96918097a59691849180cb828a93">[email protected]</span></a>.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Instructions
All comments must be in writing and submitted through the method(s)
specified in the Addresses section above. All submissions must include
the information collection title(s). Please include your name, title,
organization, telephone number, and email address in the text of the
message. Please note that comments submitted in response to this Notice
are public record. We recommend that you do not submit detailed
personal information, Confidential Business Information, or any
information that is otherwise protected from disclosure by statute.
<bullet> Title of Information Collection: Department of State
Acquisition Regulation (DOSAR).
<bullet> OMB Control Number: 1405-0050.
<bullet> Type of Review: Extension of a currently approved
collection.
<bullet> Originating Office: GA/AP/PO/P.
<bullet> Form Number: No form.
<bullet> Respondents: Department of State contractors.
<bullet> Estimated Number of Respondents: 1,996.
<bullet> Estimated Number of Responses: 2,239.
<bullet> Average Time per Response: 1.3 hours.
<bullet> Total Estimated Burden Time: 2,889 hours.
<bullet> Frequency: On occasion.
<bullet> Obligation to Respond: Required to obtain a benefit.
The amount of time estimated to complete each response varies by
item.
We are soliciting public comments to permit the Department to:
<bullet> Evaluate whether the proposed information collection is
necessary for the proper functions of the Department.
<bullet> Evaluate the accuracy of our estimate of the time and cost
burden for this proposed collection, including the validity of the
methodology and assumptions used.
<bullet> Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the
information to be collected.
<bullet> Minimize the reporting burden on those who are to respond,
including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of
information technology.
Comments are requested concerning: (a) whether the proposed
information collection is necessary for the proper functions of the
Department; (b) the accuracy of the burden estimates; (c) ways to
enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information collected;
and (d) ways to minimize the reporting burden on those who are to
respond, including the use of automated collection techniques or other
forms of information technology.
The Department will only address comments that explain why the
proposed collection would be inappropriate, ineffective, or
unacceptable without a change. Comments that are insubstantial or
outside the scope of the notice of request for public comment may not
be considered. Authority to acquire goods and services on behalf of the
Department of State is based on 22
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U.S.C. 302, Foreign Service Buildings Act of 1926, as amended; 22
U.S.C. 4852, Omnibus Diplomatic Security and Antiterrorism Act of 1986;
22. U.S.C. 4864, Foreign Relations Authorization Act, Fiscal Years 1990
and 1991; and Public Law 118-159, Section 7214. Authority to supplement
the FAR acquisition regulations is based on 48 CFR chapter 1.
Abstract of Proposed Collection
This collection includes DOSAR provisions and clauses implemented
via solicitations and contracts to ensure offerors meet qualifications
and awardees meet specific post-award requirements. The DOSAR is
located at 48 CFR Chapter 6. The Department most recently renewed this
information collection effective January 2024.
Methodology
The information is collected via electronic submission and mail
pre- and post-award of Department contracts as prescribed in individual
contract solicitations.
Sharon D. James,
Senior Procurement Executive, Global Acquisitions, Department of State.
[FR Doc. 2026-15850 Filed 8-4-26; 8:45 am]
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