Per OMB request, agency modified collection to include data collection elements.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
04/30/2016
36 Months From Approved
04/30/2013
25
0
20
50
0
40
0
0
0
Information is requested of contractors so that the Government will be able to evaluate protests effectively and provide prompt resolution of issues in dispute when contractors file protests.
Adjustment from 20 to 25 respondents is due to the change in the number of protests currently received by Treasury versus the number of protests received in the period during which the prior submission was made. The estimated burden for each submission remains at two hours. The adjustment in the total annual hours required from 40 to 50 is due to the increase in the number of respondents.
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.