2016-07935. Information Collection Requirement; Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement Part 228, Bonds and Insurance, and Related Clauses in DFARS 252.228  

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    AGENCY:

    Defense Acquisition Regulations System, Department of Defense (DoD).

    ACTION:

    Notice and request for comments regarding a proposed extension of an approved information collection requirement.

    SUMMARY:

    In compliance with section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. chapter 35), DoD announces the proposed extension of a public information collection requirement and seeks public comment on the provisions thereof. DoD invites comments on: (a) Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of DoD, including whether the information will have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the estimate of the burden of the proposed information collection; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the information collection on respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has approved this information collection under Control Number 0704-0216 for use through August 31, 2016. DoD is proposing that OMB extend its approval for use for three additional years.

    DATES:

    DoD will consider all comments received by June 6, 2016.

    ADDRESSES:

    You may submit comments, identified by OMB Control Number 0704-0216, using any of the following methods:

    • Federal eRulemaking Portal: http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments.
    • Email: osd.dfars@mail.mil. Include OMB Control Number 0704-0216 in the subject line of the message.
    • Fax: (571) 372-6094.
    • Mail: Defense Acquisition Regulations System, Attn: Mr. Christopher Stiller, OUSD(AT&L)DPAP/DARS, Rm. 3B941, 3060 Defense Pentagon, Washington, DC 20301-3060.

    Comments received generally will be posted without change to http://www.regulations.gov,, including any personal information provided.

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    FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

    Mr. Christopher Stiller, at 571-372-6176. The information collection requirements addressed in this notice are available on the World Wide Web at: http://www.acq.osd.mil/​dpap/​dars/​dfarspgi/​current/​index.html. Paper copies are available from Mr. Christopher Stiller, OUSD(AT&L)DPAP(DARS), Room 3B941, 3060 Defense Pentagon, Washington, DC 20301-3060.

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    SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

    Title, Associated Form, and OMB Number: Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) Part 228, Bonds and Insurance, and Related Clauses at 252.228; OMB Control Number 0704-0216.

    Needs and Uses: DoD uses the information obtained through this collection to determine (1) the allowability of a contractor's costs of providing war-hazard benefits to its employees; (2) the need for an investigation regarding an accident that occurs in connection with a contract; and (3) whether a non-Spanish contractor performing a service or construction contract in Spain has adequate insurance coverage.

    Affected Public: Businesses or other for-profit and not-for- profit institutions.

    Number of Respondents: 120.

    Responses per Respondent: 1.

    Annual Responses: 120.

    Average Burden per Response: Approximately 3.88 hours.

    Annual Burden Hours: 466.

    Reporting Frequency: On Occasion.

    Summary of Information Collection: The clause at DFARS 252.228-7000, Reimbursement for War-Hazard Losses, requires the contractor to provide notice and supporting documentation to the contracting officer regarding potential claims, open claims, and settlements providing war-hazard benefits to contractor employees.

    The clause at DFARS 252.228-7005, Accident Reporting and Investigation Involving Aircraft, Missiles, and Space Launch Vehicles, requires the contractor to report promptly to the administrative contracting officer all pertinent facts relating to each accident involving an aircraft, missile, or space launch vehicle being manufactured, modified, repaired, or overhauled in connection with the contract.

    The clause at DFARS 252.228-7006, Compliance with Spanish Laws and Insurance, requires the contractor to provide the contracting officer with a written representation that the contractor has obtained the required types of insurance in the minimum amounts specified in the clause, when performing a service or construction contract in Spain.

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    Amy G. Williams,

    Editor, Defense Acquisition Regulations System.

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    [FR Doc. 2016-07935 Filed 4-6-16; 8:45 am]

    BILLING CODE 5001-06-P

Document Information

Published:
04/07/2016
Department:
Defense Acquisition Regulations System
Entry Type:
Notice
Action:
Notice and request for comments regarding a proposed extension of an approved information collection requirement.
Document Number:
2016-07935
Dates:
DoD will consider all comments received by June 6, 2016.
Pages:
20374-20374 (1 pages)
Docket Numbers:
OMB Control No. 0704-0216, Docket Number DARS-2016-0012
PDF File:
2016-07935.pdf