This collection, required by FAR clause, is part of the e-gov initiative, Integrated Acquisition, which will provide a web- based central repository for annual entry of certs and reps. This collection is also subject to the Government Paperwork Elimination Act, which requires agencies to provide an electronic option for the public to use to provide required data by 10/2003. Therefore, this collection is approved in its present 0% collected electronically state for a period not to exceed the GPEA deadline.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
10/31/2003
10/31/2003
04/30/2002
95,000
0
495,000
8,415
0
8,415
353,430,000
0
353,430,000
Firms submitting offers to the Government under negotiated solicitations must identify their authorized negotiators to assure that discussions are held with the proper individuals.
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.