Notice to DOE/NNSA Contractors 10_01_2025

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.