DoD Seeks Comments on FAR Freight Classification Info Collection
The Department of Defense is seeking comments by June 18, 2012, on an extension of its information collection, pursuant to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), concerning freight classification.
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Info Collection for Freight Classification of Nonstandard Gov’t Purchases
The government is required to provide, in solicitations, a complete description of the commodity to be acquired and of packing requirements to determine transportation (freight rate) charges for the evaluation of offers. Generally, the freight rate for supplies is based on the ratings applicable to the freight classification description published in the National Motor Freight Classification (for carriers) and the Uniform Freight Classification (for rail) filed with federal and state regulatory bodies.
When the government purchases supplies that are new to the supply system, nonstandard, or modifications of previously shipped items, and different freight classifications may apply, per FAR clause 52.247-53, offerors are asked to indicate the full Uniform Freight Classification or National Motor Freight Classification. The government will use these descriptions as well as other information available to determine the classification description most appropriate and advantageous to the government.
DoD Estimates 3000 Respondents, 1503 Burden Hours
DoD estimates that 3,000 respondents will file 3 responses each, for a total of 9,000 annual responses. DoD estimates that each response will take 0.167 hours, for a total of 1,503 burden hours.
Comments Requested on Ways to Minimize Burden, Etc.
DoD is requesting comments from the public on: (a) whether this collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of functions of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and whether it will have practical utility; (b) whether its estimate of the public burden of this collection of information is accurate, and based on valid assumptions and methodology; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (d) ways in which DoD can minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, through the use of appropriate technological collection techniques or other forms of information technology.
GSA Contact -- Curtis Glover (202) 501-1448