Bureau of National Affairs Portfolios 2025
ID: 5000207075Type: Special Notice
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TREASURY, DEPARTMENT OF THEINTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE

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Periodical Publishers (513120)

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NEWSPAPERS AND PERIODICALS (7630)
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    The Department of the Treasury, specifically the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), is seeking contractors for the "Bureau of National Affairs Portfolios 2025" project. This procurement involves compliance with specific requirements, including the authorization for the disclosure of taxpayer return information to verify eligibility for contract awards and the mandatory use of the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) for electronic invoicing. The goods and services procured are crucial for maintaining the integrity and efficiency of financial transactions within federal contracting processes. Interested parties can reach out to Faith Ashton at faith.m.ashton@irs.gov or call 240-613-7386 for further details regarding this opportunity.

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    The document outlines key provisions related to compliance and requirements for contractors responding to federal contracts, particularly regarding tax liabilities and electronic invoicing. Central to the provisions is the need for contractors to authorize the disclosure of their taxpayer return information to verify eligibility for contract awards, specifically to ensure there are no outstanding federal tax liabilities. Additionally, it mandates the use of the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) for electronic invoicing, emphasizing correct invoice submission practices that align with contractual obligations, including penalties for incomplete or incorrect invoices. Contractors must provide detailed points of contact and may request waivers for IPP submission under specific conditions. Moreover, corporations must self-represent their tax liability status and felony convictions, with the government retaining the right to suspend or debar non-compliant firms. Collectively, these measures safeguard public funds and uphold integrity in the contracting process within federal, state, and local RFP contexts. Compliance ensures that only responsible entities are awarded contracts while facilitating efficient financial transactions through standardized electronic procedures.
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