THE FORMS SET FORTH IN BLOCK 11
COMPRISE A CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY APPLICATION. THEY ALLOW THE
FIRMS INVOLVED A STANDARDIZED MEAN OF PRESENTING THEIR FINANCIAL
AND OTHER CAPABILITIES. SBA USES THIS INFORMATION TO MAKE AN
INFORMED DECISION REGARDING THE FIRM'S ABILITY TO PERFORM
GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS.
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.