THIS INFORMATION IS NEEDED TO
INVESTIGATE THE IMPACT OF THE SBIR PROGRAM AT THE NSF ON (A) THE
AWARDEES, (B) THE FIRMS DECLINED AWARDS, AND (C) THE ECONOMY. THE
INFORMATION WILL BE PROCESSED INTERNALLY AND AN INTERNAL REPORT
WILL BE ISSUED TO HELP GUIDE THIS PROGRAM IN THE FUTURE. STARTING
DATE: ASAP. ENDING DATE: DECEMBER 31, 1981.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.