The Prompt Payment Act Answer Book

Chapter 4

Applicability

The Prompt Payment rules apply to both buyers (agencies) and sellers (vendors). This chapter documents the kinds of transactions that are, and are not, covered under the act.

AGENCIES INCLUDED

23. To which federal agencies does the Prompt Payment Final Rule apply?

All executive branch agencies are subject to the Final Rule, unless spe cifically exempted under 5 U.S.C. 551(1), the Administrative Procedures Act.¹

24. Does the Final Rule apply to the United States Postal Service?

The Final Rule applies to USPS’s vendor payments, but not to its procure ment contracts.²

25. Does the Final Rule apply to the legislative branch of government—such as Congress, GAO, GPO, and the Architect of the Capitol?

No, payments made by the ...