The base SJA asserts the claim against the tort-feasor by mailing, certified mail, return receipt requested, the original and one copy of a “Notice of Claim” that includes the following:

1. (a) Reference to the statutory right to collect.
2. (b) A demand for payment or restoration.
3. (c) A description of damage.
4. (d) The date and place of incident.
5. (e) The name, phone number, and office address of claims personnel to contact.

[55 FR 2809, Jan. 29, 1990. Redesignated at 81 FR 83696, Nov. 22, 2016]