1.106
OMB approval under the Paperwork Reduction Act
FAR 1.106 ensures that all information collection requirements in the FAR are OMB-approved under the Paperwork Reduction Act, and contractors must verify that any data requests reference a valid OMB control number.
Overview
FAR 1.106 outlines the requirement for Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) for federal agencies to collect information from 10 or more members of the public. This section confirms that all information collection and recordkeeping requirements in the FAR have been reviewed and approved by OMB, and it provides a comprehensive list of OMB control numbers corresponding to specific FAR segments and standard forms. Contractors and contracting officers must ensure that any information collection activities referenced in these FAR segments are covered by a valid OMB control number, which signifies compliance with the PRA.
Key Rules
- OMB Approval Requirement
- Federal agencies must obtain OMB approval before collecting information from 10 or more members of the public, as mandated by the Paperwork Reduction Act.
- Control Numbers for FAR Segments
- Each FAR segment or standard form that requires information collection is assigned a specific OMB control number, which must be referenced to demonstrate compliance.
Responsibilities
- Contracting Officers: Ensure that solicitations, contracts, and forms requiring information collection cite the appropriate OMB control number and comply with PRA requirements.
- Contractors: Provide requested information only when the collection is associated with a valid OMB control number.
- Agencies: Maintain up-to-date records of OMB approvals and ensure all information collections are PRA-compliant.
Practical Implications
- This section exists to ensure that federal information collection does not impose unnecessary burden on the public and is legally authorized.
- Contractors should verify that any data requests from agencies are PRA-compliant and reference a valid OMB control number.
- Failure to comply with PRA requirements can result in delays, legal challenges, or invalidation of information collection efforts.