This information collection allows
Indian Affairs to solicit proposals from federally-recognized
Indian tribes seeking funding to retain universities and colleges,
private consulting firms, non-academic/non-profit entities, or
others to perform feasibility studies of economic development
opportunities or long-term, strategic, reservation-wide economic
plans. These feasibility studies will empower American Indian
tribes and tribal businesses to make informed decisions regarding
their economic futures.
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.