Vendor Tax Information
The Vendor Tax Office provides tax support and guidance to vendors and contractors doing business with the Defense Agencies and Military Services. If you are a Service Member, Retiree, or Civilian Employee looking for tax statements, visit myPay.
Tax Statements
Vendors who use WAWF Wide Area Workflow can access tax statements under myInvoice in
PIEE.
Are you looking for a breakdown of the monies reported on your 1099-MISC/1099-NEC tax statement?
To obtain a breakdown, contact the DFAS Tax Office. In your request, please Include the name as it reads on the 1099 tax statement as well as all contract numbers, cage codes (if applicable) and provide a summary of your request.
Are you missing a 1099 or did you receive an incorrect 1099 tax statement?
If the type of income remains the same, use a prior years 1099 tax statement to locate contact information and request an updated 1099 statement.
Keep in mind…
- Contact information can be found in the employer/payer name block of the form.
- If the type of income has changed and your 1099 is inaccurate or you do not have have a prior year 1099, contact the DFAS Tax Office and provide your name and the name that should appear on the 1099, as well as any contract numbers, cage codes, account numbers, and a summary of your request.
- Convenience Checks are not a recommended method of payment. If used, contact DFAS Tax Office e-mail for tax reporting questions.
Tax Resources and Guidance
Employer Identification Number (EIN) – Employers and vendors register and acquire an EIN from the IRS to establish an identity and to identify the type of business and other tax related information. An EIN is required prior to receiving payment from the US government. For information about EIN or to obtain an EIN, visit IRS.gov - How to apply for an EIN.
Proof of Tax-Exempt Status –The Governmental Information Letter is issued by the IRS. This letter describes government entity exemption from Federal income tax and cites applicable Internal Revenue Code sections pertaining to deductible contributions and income exclusion. To request a Governmental Information Letter, contact the IRS at 1-877-829-5500.
Address Change – Address changes need to be coordinated with your contracting officer and updated in System for Award Management (SAM). For vendors with a non-contractual payment, you should contact the agency that submits payments on your behalf
1099-INT – Federal agencies and military services are required to issue IRS form 1099-INT for any total of $10 or more in a calendar year. Refer to the IRS.gov - About Form 1099-INT for additional information.
Settlement Agreements/Judgments – Federal agencies and military services are required to issue IRS form 1099-MISC for payments made to Complainants/Plaintiffs and Attorneys for "non-wage payments and attorney’s fees/costs” totaling $600 or more in a calendar year. Settlement award payments are NOT exempt from taxes unless certain criteria apply. Refer to the IRS.gov - Tax Implications of Settlements and Judgments for additional information.
If you have any further questions regarding your settlement agreement 1099 MISC, please email the following, Settlements 1099.
Contact the DFAS Tax Office
If you are a vendor or contractor and received an IRS Form 1099-MISC, 1099-INT, 1099-C, or a W-2 from DFAS and have questions, contact the email address shown in the box at the top right corner of the 1099 form. If the form was issued by DFAS CO Tax Office – JJFKCA email the DFAS Tax Office below. Please include your name and the name appearing on the 1099, as well as any contract numbers, cage codes, account numbers, and a summary of your request.
I’m not a Contractor or Vendor but I need help with my tax documents?
If You are Service Member, Retiree, or Civilian Employee and need help with your tax documents, visit myPay. myPay is available 24/7 and allows you to view, print, and save your LES, tax statements, and other pay-related documents. You can also manage your tax withholdings, bank account information, or make address changes at your convenience.
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Page Updated: Jan. 21, 2026