(1) Approval is
granted for three years with the understanding that earlier review
of this action may be necessary, i.e., OMB may withdraw approval if
further information indicates a need to do so. (2) Not later than
December 31, 1983, EPA is requested to provide a detailed
description of its process for reviewing and approving information
collections contained in oral and written purchase orders including
written procedures, criteria for review, delegations and lines of
authority. (3) This approval is intended to cover all procurement
solicitations including both currently ongoing and new activities
over the next three years.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
05/31/1986
05/31/1986
108,000
0
0
324,000
0
0
0
0
0
PURCHASE ORDERS ARE ISSUED TO SERVE
SUPPLIES OR SERVICES UNDER $10,000. PURCHASE ORDERS CAN BE ORAL OR
WRITTEN.
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.