IM

An Information Memorandum is an internal government document used to communicate information, analysis, or recommendations to decision-makers without requiring formal action or approval. IMs provide background, summarize issues, or present options for leadership awareness.

In acquisition contexts, IMs may brief leadership on procurement strategies, market conditions, or program status. Unlike decision memoranda that request specific approvals, IMs are informational and help ensure leadership has situational awareness. Contractors may encounter references to IMs in debriefings or documentation explaining how agencies reached certain conclusions.