This collection involves a number of standard forms associated with bid, performance, and payments bonds. While contractors may submit the requested information electronically, a more proactive role by the FAR is needed to move this collection towards compliance with the requirements of GPEA.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
10/31/2004
10/31/2004
10/31/2001
56,520
0
56,520
23,738
0
23,738
0
0
0
Bonds are required for certain contracts to assure fulfillment of obligation by the contractor.
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.