SBA is
instructed to review the non-hour costs of this collection
including the costs of preparing and delivering these forms. SBA is
also strongly encouraged to explore electronic options for the
submission of these forms.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
03/31/2004
03/31/2004
08/31/2000
195,930
0
55,000
53,375
0
28,837
0
0
0
This information is used to evaluate
the capabilities and potential of success of small business
contractors in the Surety Bond Guarantee Programs.
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.