 Dear CHCOs and Deputy CHCOs,
Today OPM issued a memorandum titled, "Guidance on Awards for Federal Employees," which includes guidance on individual awards for all positions covered under subchapter I of chapter 43 of title 5. This guidance supersedes all previously-issued awards guidance. This guidance should be implemented consistent with any collective bargaining obligations, and subject to the availability of appropriations. The freeze on discretionary awards, bonuses, and similar payments for Federal employees serving under political appointments remains in effect.
Agencies must submit compliance plans for all components to OPM at performance-management@opm.gov, including 1) plans and timing for agency announcements of their bonus and performance award programs for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 and FY 2026, 2) plans and timing for changes to any agency policies that are inconsistent with this guidance. Please submit these plans no later than September 8, 2025.
Additionally, agencies must submit a report on their FY 2025 performance results, including the distribution of ratings and award amounts, no later than February 27, 2026. OPM will separately provide reporting templates and additional guidance for these data calls.
For additional information and support, agency headquarters-level human resources policy offices may email performance-management@opm.gov. Component-level human resources offices must contact their agency headquarters for assistance. Employees must contact their agency human resources offices for further information.
U.S. Office of Personnel Management
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