Notice to DOE/NNSA Contractors

This is to advise you of the Department of Energy’s (DOE), including the National Nuclear Security Administration’s (NNSA), plans regarding contract actions that may be necessary in the event contract funding is affected by a lapse in appropriations.

As you are aware, there currently has not been an appropriation or continuing resolution enacted for funding the Government beyond September 30, 2025, which may result in a lapse in the funds designated to purchase certain supplies and services as well as reduction in the Government's capacity to administer DOE/NNSA contracts. As a consequence of the lapse, certain planned procurements may be cancelled and certain existing contracts may be stopped, reduced in scope, terminated or partially terminated.  Should DOE/NNSA determine that any of these actions are necessary, a Contracting Officer will provide prompt appropriate notice to the contractor in accordance with the terms and conditions of the affected contract. Notices will contain the direction necessary to comply.

If a contract will not be affected by the lapse in appropriations, DOE/NNSA does not plan to provide any separate notifications or communications of that fact. Unless a contractor is provided a formal notification to the contrary, all DOE/NNSA contractors must continue to comply with all terms, conditions, requirements and deliveries specified in their contract(s).

Thank you for your continued partnership with DOE/NNSA, and for your cooperation as we work together to manage a lapse in appropriations.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTION: If you have a question, please contact the contracting officer for your acquisition.