Prior to the commencement of the Biomedical Research and Development Price Index (BRDPI) Survey form distribution, the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) shall provide on its Internet site prominent links to a complete set of finalized survey forms, including instructions and cover letters. The final forms and letters shall reflect any changes in the survey year, OMB number expiration date, and BEA or cooperating partner leadership from those submitted for review.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
10/31/2017
36 Months From Approved
10/31/2014
120
0
150
1,920
0
1,200
0
0
0
The survey is used to obtain fiscal year data on expenditures relating to biomedical research and development awards and to update and re-base the BRDPI. Data are obtained from organizations which are recipients of biomedical research and development awards from the National Institutes of Health.
There is an adjustment to the hour burden due to an increase in the number of hours that it will take respondents to complete the survey since the previous submission; this is based on information supplied by 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.