Notice of Public Information Collections Being Reviewed by the U.S. Agency for International Development: Comments Requested, 2900-2901 [06-448]

Download as PDF 2900 Notices Federal Register Vol. 71, No. 11 Wednesday, January 18, 2006 This section of the FEDERAL REGISTER contains documents other than rules or proposed rules that are applicable to the public. Notices of hearings and investigations, committee meetings, agency decisions and rulings, delegations of authority, filing of petitions and applications and agency statements of organization and functions are examples of documents appearing in this section. AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT erjones on PROD1PC68 with NOTICES Notice of Public Information Collection Requirements Submitted to OMB for Review Summary: U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has submitted the following information collections to OMB for review and clearance under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Public Law 104– 13. Comments regarding this information collection are best assured of having their full effect if received within 30 days of this notification. Comments should be sent via email to David_Rostker@omb.eop.gov or fax to 202–395–7285. Copies of submission may be obtained by calling (202) 712– 1365. Supplementary Information: OMB Number: OMB 0412–NEW. Form Number: N/A. Title: Minority Serving Institution Database. Type of Submission: New Information Collection. Purpose: The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) requests comment on its proposal to expand its existing automated Extranet database to include voluntary registration of U.S. Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs). The existing application, the Small Business Resource Database (SBRD) was placed into production at the beginning of Fiscal Year 2004. Small and Small and Disadvantaged Business interested in pursuing contracts with USAID may register with the Agency on a voluntary basis. These data are then made available via a secure Extranet conduit to Agency Program, Technical and Contact Officers worldwide. The Agency experienced a significant improvement in the amount of contracting with these entities in Fiscal Year 2004, versus USAID’s performance in 2003, and in comparison to the VerDate Aug<31>2005 15:06 Jan 17, 2006 Jkt 208001 averages for the Executive Branch of the Federal government. The Agency’s performance in this regard is published at the following URL: https:// www.sba.gov/GC/goals/Goaling-Report08-21-2005.pdf. USAID proposes to capture the voluntary registration of Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs), who may be interested in pursuing grants with USAID in furtherance of the Agency’s international development initiatives. The existing SBRD application, and the Extranet conduit for disseminating these data within USAID would be utilized for this purpose. This action would further the grant-making process and potentially benefit several of the three hundred and fifty-one U.S. MSIs. Additional information regarding the SBRD, which is presently in production, without the proposed expanded registration capability, may be reviewed at the following URL: https:// www.usaid.gov/business/ small_business/vendordb.html. Annual Reporting Burden: Respondents: 351. Total annual responses: 351. Total annual hours requested: 87.75 hours. Dated: January 11, 2006. Joanne Paskar, Chief, Information and Records Division, Office of Administrative Services, Bureau for Management. [FR Doc. 06–447 Filed 1–17–06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6116–01–M AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT Notice of Public Information Collections Being Reviewed by the U.S. Agency for International Development: Comments Requested Summary: U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is making efforts to reduce the paperwork burden. USAID invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on the following proposed and/or continuing information collections as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act for 1995. Comments are requested concerning: (a) Whether the proposed or continuing collections of information are necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information shall have PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the burden estimates; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information collected; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on the respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. Dates: Submit comments on or before March 20, 2006. For Further Information Contact: Beverly Johnson, Bureau for Management, Office of Administrative Services. Information and Records Division, U.S. Agency for International Development, Room 2.07–106, RRB, Washington, DC 20523, (202) 712–1365 or via e-mail bjohnson@usaid.gov. Supplementary Information: OMB No.: OMB 412–NEW. Form No.: N/A. ´ ´ Title: Mentor-Protege Program Application. Type of Review: New Information Collection. Purpose: The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) ´ ´ requests comment on its Mentor-Protege Program Application. The form will be used to apply for participation in the ´ ´ USAID Mentor-Protege Program. Firms interested in becoming a mentor firm must apply in writing to the USAID/ OSDBU. The application shall be evaluated by the nature and extent of technical and managerial support proposed as well as the extent of financial assistance in the form of equity investment, loans, joint-venture support, and traditional subcontracting support proposed. ´ ´ The Mentor-Protege agreement contains: (1) Name, address, phone, and E-mail ´ ´ of mentor and protege firm(s) and a point of contact within both firms who will oversee the agreement; (2) Procedures for the mentor’s voluntary withdrawal from the program ´ ´ including notification of the protege firm and the USAID OSDBU. Withdrawal notification must be in writing, at least 30 days in advance of the mentor’s intent to withdraw. ´ ´ (3) Procedures for a protege’s voluntary withdrawal from the program. ´ ´ The protege shall notify the mentor firm in writing at least 30 days in advance of ´ ´ the protege firm’s intent to voluntarily ´ ´ terminate the Mentor-Protege agreement. The mentor shall notify E:\FR\FM\18JAN1.SGM 18JAN1 Federal Register / Vol. 71, No. 11 / Wednesday, January 18, 2006 / Notices OSDBU and the contracting officer immediately upon receipt of notice from ´ ´ the protege; (4) A description of the type of developmental program that will be provided by the mentor firm to the ´ ´ protege firm, to include a description of the subcontract work, a schedule for providing assistance, and criteria for ´ ´ evaluation of the protege’s developmental success; (5) A listing of the number and types of subcontracts to be awarded to the ´ ´ protege firm; (6) Program participation term; (7) Termination procedures; (8) Plan for accomplishing work should the agreement be terminated; and (9) Other terms and conditions, as appropriate. erjones on PROD1PC68 with NOTICES Review of Agreement (1) OSDBU will review the information to ensure the mentor and ´ ´ protege are both eligible and the information that is required in this ´ ´ Mentor-Protege Program Guide is included. OSDBU may consult with the Contracting Officer on the adequacy of ´ ´ the proposed mentor-protege arrangement, and its review will be completed no later than 30 calendar days after receipt by OSDBU. (2) Upon completion of the review, the mentor may implement the developmental assistance program. (3) The agreement defines the relationship between the mentor and ´ ´ protege firms only. The agreement itself does not create any privity of contract ´ ´ between the mentor or protege and the USAID. (a) An approved agreement will be ´ ´ incorporated into the mentor or protege firm’s contract with the USAID. It should be added to the subcontracting plan of the contract. (b) If the application is disapproved, the mentor may provide additional information for reconsideration. OSDBU will complete review of any supplemental material no later than 30 days after receipt. Upon finding deficiencies the USAID considers correctable, OSDBU will notify the mentor and request information regarding correction of deficiencies to be provided within 30 days. Annual Reporting Burden: Total annual responses: 20. Total annual hours requested: 5. Dated: January 10, 2006. Joanne Paskar, Chief, Information and Records Division, Office of Administrative Services, Bureau for Management. [FR Doc. 06–448 Filed 1–17–06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6116–01–M VerDate Aug<31>2005 15:06 Jan 17, 2006 Jkt 208001 AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT Board for International Food and Agricultural Development, One Hundred and Forty-Sixth Meeting; Notice of Meeting Pursuant to the Federal Advisory Committee Act, notice is hereby given of the one hundred and forty-sixth meeting of the Board for International Food and Agricultural Development (BIFAD). The meeting will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on February 2, 2006 in the ground floor meeting room of the National Association of State Universities & Land Grant Colleges (NASULGC), at 1307 New York Avenue, NW., Washington, DC. The BIFAD will hear USAID’s briefings on the status and future of USAID’s Bureau for Economic Growth, Agriculture and Trade and on the Bureau for Africa’s regional strategic framework; discussions on possible topics for policy papers to be commissioned by BIFAD; the status of portfolio of the Collaborative Research Support Programs (CRSPs), and other items of current interest. The meeting is free and open to the public. Those wishing to attend the meeting or obtain additional information about BIFAD should contact John Rifenbark, the Designated Federal Officer for BIFAD. Write him in care of the U.S. Agency for International Development, Ronald Reagan Building, Office of Agriculture, Bureau for Economic Growth, Agriculture and Trade, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Room 2.11–085, Washington, DC 20523–2110 or telephone him at (202) 712–0163 or fax (202) 216–3010. John T. Rifenbark, USAID Designated Federal Officer for BIFAD, Office of Agriculture, Bureau for Economic Growth, Agriculture & Trade, U.S. Agency for International Development. [FR Doc. 06–458 Filed 1–17–06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6116–01–M DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service [Docket No. 04–105–2] Melaleuca; Availability of an Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, USDA. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 2901 SUMMARY: We are advising the public that an environmental assessment and finding of no significant impact have been prepared by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relative to the issuance of a permit for the environmental release of the nonindigenous fly Fergusonina turneri Taylor and its obligate nematode Fergusobia quinquenerviae Davies and Giblin-Davis, which are potential biological control agents of Melaleuca quinquenervia. The environmental assessment documents our review and analysis of environmental impacts associated with, and alternatives to, issuing a permit for the environmental release of the fly and its obligate nematode in the continental United States. Based on its finding of no significant impact, the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service has determined that an environmental impact statement need not be prepared. ADDRESSES: Copies of the environmental assessment and finding of no significant impact are available for public inspection in our reading room. The reading room is located in room 1141 of the USDA South Building, 14th Street and Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC. Normal reading room hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, except holidays. To be sure someone is there to help you, please call (202) 690–2817 before coming. The environmental assessment and finding of no significant impact are also available on the Regulations.gov Web site. Go to https://www.regulations.gov, click on the ‘‘Advanced Search’’ tab, and select ‘‘Docket Search.’’ In the Docket ID field, enter APHIS–2005– 0120 then click on ‘‘Submit’’ to view the documents. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Dr. L. Joseph Vorgetts, Permits Evaluation Specialist, Plant Health Programs, PPQ, APHIS, 4700 River Road Unit 133, Riverdale, MD 20737–1236; (301) 734– 5405. 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[Federal Register Volume 71, Number 11 (Wednesday, January 18, 2006)]
[Notices]
[Pages 2900-2901]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 06-448]


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AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT


Notice of Public Information Collections Being Reviewed by the 
U.S. Agency for International Development: Comments Requested

    Summary: U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is 
making efforts to reduce the paperwork burden. USAID invites the 
general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to 
comment on the following proposed and/or continuing information 
collections as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act for 1995. 
Comments are requested concerning: (a) Whether the proposed or 
continuing collections of information are necessary for the proper 
performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the 
information shall have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the 
burden estimates; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity 
of the information collected; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of 
the collection of information on the respondents, including the use of 
automated collection techniques or other forms of information 
technology.
    Dates: Submit comments on or before March 20, 2006.
    For Further Information Contact: Beverly Johnson, Bureau for 
Management, Office of Administrative Services. Information and Records 
Division, U.S. Agency for International Development, Room 2.07-106, 
RRB, Washington, DC 20523, (202) 712-1365 or via e-mail 
bjohnson@usaid.gov.
    Supplementary Information:
    OMB No.: OMB 412-NEW.
    Form No.: N/A.
    Title: Mentor-Prot[eacute]g[eacute] Program Application.
    Type of Review: New Information Collection.
    Purpose: The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) 
requests comment on its Mentor-Prot[eacute]g[eacute] Program 
Application. The form will be used to apply for participation in the 
USAID Mentor-Prot[eacute]g[eacute] Program. Firms interested in 
becoming a mentor firm must apply in writing to the USAID/OSDBU. The 
application shall be evaluated by the nature and extent of technical 
and managerial support proposed as well as the extent of financial 
assistance in the form of equity investment, loans, joint-venture 
support, and traditional subcontracting support proposed.
    The Mentor-Prot[eacute]g[eacute] agreement contains:
    (1) Name, address, phone, and E-mail of mentor and 
prot[eacute]g[eacute] firm(s) and a point of contact within both firms 
who will oversee the agreement;
    (2) Procedures for the mentor's voluntary withdrawal from the 
program including notification of the prot[eacute]g[eacute] firm and 
the USAID OSDBU. Withdrawal notification must be in writing, at least 
30 days in advance of the mentor's intent to withdraw.
    (3) Procedures for a prot[eacute]g[eacute]'s voluntary withdrawal 
from the program. The prot[eacute]g[eacute] shall notify the mentor 
firm in writing at least 30 days in advance of the 
prot[eacute]g[eacute] firm's intent to voluntarily terminate the 
Mentor-Prot[eacute]g[eacute] agreement. The mentor shall notify

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OSDBU and the contracting officer immediately upon receipt of notice 
from the prot[eacute]g[eacute];
    (4) A description of the type of developmental program that will be 
provided by the mentor firm to the prot[eacute]g[eacute] firm, to 
include a description of the subcontract work, a schedule for providing 
assistance, and criteria for evaluation of the prot[eacute]g[eacute]'s 
developmental success;
    (5) A listing of the number and types of subcontracts to be awarded 
to the prot[eacute]g[eacute] firm;
    (6) Program participation term;
    (7) Termination procedures;
    (8) Plan for accomplishing work should the agreement be terminated; 
and
    (9) Other terms and conditions, as appropriate.

Review of Agreement

    (1) OSDBU will review the information to ensure the mentor and 
prot[eacute]g[eacute] are both eligible and the information that is 
required in this Mentor-Prot[eacute]g[eacute] Program Guide is 
included. OSDBU may consult with the Contracting Officer on the 
adequacy of the proposed mentor-prot[eacute]g[eacute] arrangement, and 
its review will be completed no later than 30 calendar days after 
receipt by OSDBU.
    (2) Upon completion of the review, the mentor may implement the 
developmental assistance program.
    (3) The agreement defines the relationship between the mentor and 
prot[eacute]g[eacute] firms only. The agreement itself does not create 
any privity of contract between the mentor or prot[eacute]g[eacute] and 
the USAID.
    (a) An approved agreement will be incorporated into the mentor or 
prot[eacute]g[eacute] firm's contract with the USAID. It should be 
added to the subcontracting plan of the contract.
    (b) If the application is disapproved, the mentor may provide 
additional information for reconsideration. OSDBU will complete review 
of any supplemental material no later than 30 days after receipt. Upon 
finding deficiencies the USAID considers correctable, OSDBU will notify 
the mentor and request information regarding correction of deficiencies 
to be provided within 30 days.
    Annual Reporting Burden:
     Total annual responses: 20.
     Total annual hours requested: 5.

    Dated: January 10, 2006.
Joanne Paskar,
Chief, Information and Records Division, Office of Administrative 
Services, Bureau for Management.
[FR Doc. 06-448 Filed 1-17-06; 8:45 am]
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