This survey is required to obtain data
from shipbuilding industry and DoD supportive businesses in order
to analyze changes in prices for designated equipment and other
material. The resulting information will be furnished to
NAVSEASYSCOM for inclusion in annual publication of POM-YEAR
guidance, as well as DoD's information system. The respondents are
manufacturers and suppliers of components, systems, basic
materials, and professional services.
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.