The clause requires an offeror to indicate whether it has the proper authorization from the Federal Highway Administration (or other cognizant regulatory body) before it can be allowed to move material under any contract awarded. In addition, the Government has the right to request an offeror to submit copies of the authorization to the contracting officer in the exceptional case where the Government has reason to doubt that the contractor is in possession of the appropriate authorization.
The change (increase) is due to the use of updated Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS) data, an increased hourly rate based on updated GS Salary Table data for 2019, and using a 36.25% burden rate. The 36.25% overhead rate reflects OMB Memorandum M-08-13 for use in public-private competitions. The OPM Salary Schedule rates used for the âRest of the U.S.â includes locality pay of 15.37%.
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.