OMB approves this collection for six months. The previous terms of clearance will continue to apply to this package and should be copied in full at the beginning of the supporting statement. Prior to the next submission, USDA should consult with members of the public who utilize the forms contained in this information collection to verify the accuracy of the per-form burden estimates. In addition, the agency should provide an update on the process underway to consolodate existing forms and contracts within this information collection. OMB may approve subsequent packages for less than 3 years, depending upon the verifiable progress made towards revising these forms, in order to ensure that the agency is moving ahead in a timely manner.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
12/31/2006
12/31/2006
06/30/2006
5,098
0
5,012
3,147
0
3,123
0
0
0
In order to facilitate the programmatic interest of the RE act, and, in order to assure that loans made or guaranteed by RUS are adequately secured, RUS, as a secured lender, has established certain forms for materials, equipment and construction of telecommunications systems. The use of standard forms, construction contracts, and procurement procedures help assure RUS that appropriate standards and specifications are maintained, RUS' loan security is not adversely affected; and the loan and loan guarantee funds are used effectively and for the intended purposes.
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.
Telecommunications System Construction Policies and Procedures