The information collected will be from
the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) working on
transportation or infrastructure ARRA funded project. The
information collected will be used by DOT OSDBU to verify
eligibility, process the application, and disburse the
reimbursement. The information being collected relates the name of
the company; full street address; the Dun and Bradstreet Number
(DUNS); Central Contractor Registration along with Bank information
to process their payment; DOT transportation related contract
information; supporting documentation that shows the federal
project number, bond information along with a copy of their bond;
and proof of payment of the fee. The applicants eligibility is
determined by submitting a copy of a DBE certification and/or
annual affidavit, if applicable, for bonding fee reimbursement for
specific bonds. This will be verified by OSDBU staff as part of the
application process. Instructions are attached along with a copy of
sample letter to show how to obtain the federal project number.
This information is necessary to be able to reimburse the DBE the
financial assistance for the bond fees.
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.