This request to
simplify and unify two forms (SF254 & 255) into one automatable
SF 330 for 2 years in accordance with the Government Paperwork
Elimination Act that requires provision of an electronic option for
submission of data by October 2003. It is understood that SF254 and
SF 255 will no longer be subject to extensions.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
10/31/2003
10/31/2003
20,000
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0
580,000
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0
0
0
0
The rule amends the Federal Acquisiton
Regulation (FAR) by replacing SF 254, Architect-Engineer and
Related Services Questionnaire and SF 255, Architect-Engineer and
Related Services Questionnaire for Specific Projects with SF 330,
Architect-Engneer Qualifications. SF 330 reflects current
architect-engineer practices in a streamlined and update form and
organized in data blocks that readily support automation.
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.