Notification of Lapse in Appropriations

The Department of the Treasury has issued a notification regarding the lapse in appropriations, which may impact contract performance. Contractors with active contracts are advised to contact their bureau contracting office to determine whether contract performance is impacted. The Treasury bureau procurement office has reviewed its active contracts to determine whether performance under the contract or order may continue during a lapse in appropriations. Key information includes: • The Anti-deficiency Act prohibits agencies from obligating funds exceeding or in advance of appropriations and from employing personnel during a lapse in appropriations except to protect life or property. • Certain activities may continue during a lapse in appropriations, as established by exceptions to the Anti-deficiency Act. • Contractors can find listings of contracts where performance will continue during a lapse in appropriations on the websites of the Internal Revenue Service, the Bureau of the Fiscal Service, and the Office of the Inspector General. • Questions can be sent to the respective bureau via email.