This information collection request does not meet the requirements of 5 CFR 1320.13 and therefore should be resubmitted under the regular PRA process.
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FBI, Security Division (SecD) is requesting PRA approval of a form to collect initial and limited background information from private sector partners. This collection will be the minimum amount of information needed to initiate a background investigation before granting limited access to classified information to un-cleared partners.
The FBI has an immediate need to begin sharing sensitive information with its private sector partners relating to the investigation and prevention of threats to the national security of the United States. The use of this form allows for the accurate and timely collection of information that allows the FBI to properly and quickly vet un-cleared partners prior to the timely exchange of sensitive and classified information.
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.