Science and Technology Directorate; Submission for Review; DHS S&T BAA Web Site Registration Form; DHS S&T BAA Registration Form; DHS S&T BAA White Paper and Proposal Submission Form; DHS S&T RFI Response Form, 46231-46232 [E7-16196]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 72, No. 159 / Friday, August 17, 2007 / Notices Information Systems Security Program Handbook. 4. Certification and Accreditation: The Program’s electronic data systems are certified under the auspices of HRSA’s Office of Information Technology Certification and Accreditation system. 5. Physical Safeguards: All computer equipment and files and hard copy files are stored in areas where fire and life safety codes are strictly enforced. All automated and non-automated documents are protected on a 24-hour basis. Perimeter security includes intrusion alarms, key/passcard/ combination controls, and receptionist controlled area. Most hard copy files are maintained in a file room used solely for this purpose with access limited by combination lock to authorized users identified above. Computer files are password protected and are accessible only by use of computers which are password protected. 6. Procedural Safeguards: A password is required to access computer files. All users of personal information in connection with the performance of their jobs protect information from public view and from unauthorized personnel entering an unsupervised area. All authorized users sign a nondisclosure statement. All passwords, keys and/or combinations are changed when a person leaves or no longer has authorized duties. Access to records is limited to those authorized personnel trained in accordance with the Privacy Act and ADP security procedures. The transmission of records is protected using secure protocols. Individuals with access to the system have User IDs and passwords and must be granted access to the system. External access to the data requires two-factor authentication. The contractor(s) shall maintain current lists of authorized users. The safeguards described above were established in accordance with NIST 800–53 and OMB Circular A–130 Appendix III. RETENTION AND DISPOSAL: Patient and donor records will be retained indefinitely. SYSTEM MANAGER AND ADDRESS: Director, Blood Stem Cell Transplantation Program, HRSA, Parklawn Building, Room 12C–06, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20857. ebenthall on PRODPC61 with NOTICES NOTIFICATION PROCEDURE: Requests must be made to the System Manager. Requests by mail: Requests for information and/or access to records received by mail must contain information providing the identity of VerDate Aug<31>2005 15:36 Aug 16, 2007 Jkt 211001 the writer, and a reasonable description of the record desired, and whom it concerns. Written requests must contain the name and address of the requester, his/her date of birth and his/her signature. Requests must be notarized to verify the identity of the requester, or the requester must certify that (s)he is the individual who (s)he claims to be and that (s)he understands that to knowingly and willfully request or acquire a record pertaining to another individual under false pretenses is a criminal offense under the Privacy Act subject to a $5,000 fine (45 CFR 5b.5(b)(2)(ii)). Requests in person or by telephone, electronic mail or facsimile cannot be honored. 46231 blood stem cell transplantation (e.g., transplant center healthcare professionals). SYSTEMS EXEMPTED FROM CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF THE ACT: None. [FR Doc. 07–4019 Filed 8–16–07; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4165–15–M DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY [Docket No. DHS–2007–0062] No requests in person at the system location will be honored. Science and Technology Directorate; Submission for Review; DHS S&T BAA Web Site Registration Form; DHS S&T BAA Registration Form; DHS S&T BAA White Paper and Proposal Submission Form; DHS S&T RFI Response Form REQUESTS BY TELEPHONE: AGENCY: REQUESTS IN PERSON: Since positive identification of the caller cannot be established, telephone requests are not honored. RECORD ACCESS PROCEDURES: Record access procedures are the same as notification procedures. Requesters should also provide a reasonable description of the contents of the record being sought. A parent or guardian who requests notification of, or access to, a minor’s/incompetent person’s record shall designate a family physician or other health professional (other than a family member) to whom the record, if any, will be sent. The parent or guardian must verify relationship to the minor/incompetent person as well as his/her own identity. Records will be mailed only to the requester’s address that is on file, unless a different address is demonstrated by official documentation. CONTESTING RECORD PROCEDURES: To contest a record in the system, contact the official at the address specified above and reasonably identify the record, specify the information being contested, and state the corrective action sought and the reason(s) for requesting the correction, along with supporting documentation to show how the record is inaccurate, incomplete, untimely, or irrelevant. RECORD SOURCE CATEGORIES: Sources of records include, but are not limited to, patients, donors, and/or their representatives under the C.W. Bill Young Cell Transplantation Program and any other sources of information or documentation submitted by any other person or entity for inclusion in a request for the purpose of facilitating PO 00000 Frm 00038 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Science and Technology Directorate, DHS. ACTION: 60-day Notice and request for comment. SUMMARY: The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) invites the general public to comment on new data collection forms for collecting Request for Information (RFI) responses and unclassified white papers and proposals through the Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) Web site. The forms will standardize the collection of information that is both necessary and sufficient for the DHS S&T Directorate to record and track the receipt of RFI responses, unclassified white papers, and proposals. As explained herein, these forms are intended to eliminate cost and delay associated with the submission and review of documents received via nonelectronic means and to improve tracking and records keeping. The Department is committed to improving its BAA processes and invites interested persons to comment on the following forms and instructions (hereinafter ‘‘Forms Package’’) for the (BAA) program: (1) DHS Science and Technology (S&T) BAA Web Site Registration (DHS FORM 10025), (2) DHS S&T BAA Registration (DHS FORM 10027), (3) DHS S&T BAA White Paper and Proposal Submission (DHS FORM 10026), and (4) DHS S&T RFI Response (DHS FORM 10028). This notice and request for comments is required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104–13, 44 U.S.C. chapter 35). DATES: Comments are encouraged and will be accepted until October 16, 2007. ADDRESSES: You may submit comments, identified by docket number [DHS– E:\FR\FM\17AUN1.SGM 17AUN1 ebenthall on PRODPC61 with NOTICES 46232 Federal Register / Vol. 72, No. 159 / Friday, August 17, 2007 / Notices 2007–0062], by one of the following methods: • Federal eRulemaking Portal: https:// www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. • E-mail: ken.rogers@dhs.gov. Include docket number [DHS–2007–0062] in the subject line of the message. • Mail: Science and Technology Directorate, ATTN: OCIO/Kenneth D. Rogers, 245 Murray Drive, Bldg 410, Washington, DC 20528. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Kenneth D. Rogers (202) 254–6185 (this is not a toll free number). SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Interested parties can obtain copies of the Forms Package by calling or writing the point of contact listed above. The DHS S&T Directorate issues RFIs in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 15.201(e) and accepts responses to those RFIs from the public. DHS S&T also issues BAAs in accordance with FAR 6.102(d)(2)(i) and FAR 35.016 and accepts white papers and proposals from the public in response to those BAAs. DHS S&T evaluates white papers and proposals received from the public in response to a DHS S&T BAA using the evaluation criteria specified in the BAA through a peer or scientific review process in accordance with FAR 35.016(d). White paper evaluation determines those research ideas that merit submission of a full proposal, and proposal evaluation determines those proposals that merit selection for contract award. Unclassified white papers and proposals are typically collected via the DHS S&T BAA secure Web site, while classified white papers and proposals must be submitted via proper classified courier or classified mailing procedures as described in the National Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM). DHS is particularly interested in comments that: (1) Evaluate whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information will have practical utility; (2) Evaluate the accuracy of the agency’s estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used; (3) Suggest ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (4) Suggest ways to minimize the burden of the data collection on those who respond, including the use of appropriate automated, electronic, mechanical, or other technological VerDate Aug<31>2005 15:36 Aug 16, 2007 Jkt 211001 collection techniques or other forms of information technology, e.g., permitting electronic submissions of responses. Overview of this Information Collection (1) Type of Information Collection: New information collection. (2) Title of the Form/Collection: DHS S&T BAA Web Site Registration Form; DHS S&T BAA Registration Form; DHS S&T BAA White Paper and Proposal Submission Form; DHS S&T RFI Response Form. (3) Agency Form Number, if any, and the applicable component of the Department of Homeland Security sponsoring the collection: DHS Science and Technology (S&T) BAA Web Site Registration Form (DHS FORM 10025), DHS S&T BAA Registration Form (DHS FORM 10027), DHS S&T BAA White Paper and Proposal Submission Form (DHS FORM 10026), and DHS S&T RFI Response Form (DHS FORM 10028). (4) Affected public who will be asked or required to respond, as well as a brief abstract: Individuals or households, Business or other for-profit, Not-forprofit institutions, Federal government, and State, local, or tribal government; the data gathered through the BAA Forms Package will be used to collect RFI responses and unclassified white papers and proposals through the BAA Web site. (5) An estimate of the total number of respondents and the amount of time estimated for an average respondent to respond: a. An estimate of the total public burden (in hours) associated with the collection: 1,548.75 burden hours. b. An estimate of the time for an average respondent to respond: 1.25 burden hours. Dated: August 8, 2007. Kenneth D. Rogers, Chief Information Officer, Science and Technology Directorate. [FR Doc. E7–16196 Filed 8–16–07; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4410–10–P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY [Docket No. DHS–2007–0058] The National Infrastructure Advisory Council Directorate for National Protection and Programs, Department of Homeland Security. ACTION: Committee Management; Notice of Federal Advisory Council Meeting. AGENCY: SUMMARY: The National Infrastructure Advisory Council will meet on October PO 00000 Frm 00039 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 9, 2007 in Washington, DC. The meeting will be open to the public. DATE: The National Infrastructure Advisory Council will meet Tuesday, October 9 from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Please note that the meeting may close early if the committee has completed its business. The time of the meeting is also subject to change. For the most current information, please consult the NIAC Web site, https://www.dhs.gov/niac, or contact Mark Baird by phone at 703– 235–5352 or by e-mail at mark.baird@associates.dhs.gov The meeting will be held at the National Press Club, 529 14th Street, NW., Washington, DC 20045. While we will be unable to accommodate oral comments from the public, written comments may be sent to Nancy Wong, Department of Homeland Security, Directorate for National Protection and Programs, Washington, DC 20528. Written comments should reach the contact person listed below by September 9, 2007. Comments must be identified by DHS–2007–0058 and may be submitted by one of the following methods: • Federal eRulemaking Portal: https:// www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. • E-mail: mark.baird@associates.dhs.gov. Include the docket number in the subject line of the message. • Fax: 703–235–5887. • Mail: Nancy Wong, Department of Homeland Security, Directorate for National Protection and Programs, Washington, DC 20528. Instructions: All submissions received must include the words ‘‘Department of Homeland Security’’ and the docket number for this action. Comments received will be posted without alteration at https://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information provided. Docket: For access to the docket to read background documents or comments received by the National Infrastructure Advisory Council, go to https://www.regulations.gov. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Nancy Wong, NIAC Designated Federal Officer, Department of Homeland Security, Washington, DC 20528; telephone 703–235–5352. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Notice of this meeting is given under the Federal Advisory Committee Act, 5 U.S.C. App. (Pub. L. 92–463). The National Infrastructure Advisory Council shall provide the President through the Secretary of Homeland Security with advice on the security of the critical ADDRESSES: E:\FR\FM\17AUN1.SGM 17AUN1

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[Federal Register Volume 72, Number 159 (Friday, August 17, 2007)]
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

[Docket No. DHS-2007-0062]


Science and Technology Directorate; Submission for Review; DHS 
S&T BAA Web Site Registration Form; DHS S&T BAA Registration Form; DHS 
S&T BAA White Paper and Proposal Submission Form; DHS S&T RFI Response 
Form

AGENCY: Science and Technology Directorate, DHS.

ACTION: 60-day Notice and request for comment.

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SUMMARY: The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) invites the general 
public to comment on new data collection forms for collecting Request 
for Information (RFI) responses and unclassified white papers and 
proposals through the Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) Web site.
    The forms will standardize the collection of information that is 
both necessary and sufficient for the DHS S&T Directorate to record and 
track the receipt of RFI responses, unclassified white papers, and 
proposals. As explained herein, these forms are intended to eliminate 
cost and delay associated with the submission and review of documents 
received via non-electronic means and to improve tracking and records 
keeping. The Department is committed to improving its BAA processes and 
invites interested persons to comment on the following forms and 
instructions (hereinafter ``Forms Package'') for the (BAA) program: (1) 
DHS Science and Technology (S&T) BAA Web Site Registration (DHS FORM 
10025), (2) DHS S&T BAA Registration (DHS FORM 10027), (3) DHS S&T BAA 
White Paper and Proposal Submission (DHS FORM 10026), and (4) DHS S&T 
RFI Response (DHS FORM 10028). This notice and request for comments is 
required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-13, 44 
U.S.C. chapter 35).

DATES: Comments are encouraged and will be accepted until October 16, 
2007.

ADDRESSES: You may submit comments, identified by docket number [DHS-

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2007-0062], by one of the following methods:
     Federal eRulemaking Portal: https://www.regulations.gov. 
Follow the instructions for submitting comments.
     E-mail: ken.rogers@dhs.gov. Include docket number [DHS-
2007-0062] in the subject line of the message.
     Mail: Science and Technology Directorate, ATTN: OCIO/
Kenneth D. Rogers, 245 Murray Drive, Bldg 410, Washington, DC 20528.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Kenneth D. Rogers (202) 254-6185 (this 
is not a toll free number).

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Interested parties can obtain copies of the 
Forms Package by calling or writing the point of contact listed above.
    The DHS S&T Directorate issues RFIs in accordance with Federal 
Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 15.201(e) and accepts responses to those 
RFIs from the public. DHS S&T also issues BAAs in accordance with FAR 
6.102(d)(2)(i) and FAR 35.016 and accepts white papers and proposals 
from the public in response to those BAAs. DHS S&T evaluates white 
papers and proposals received from the public in response to a DHS S&T 
BAA using the evaluation criteria specified in the BAA through a peer 
or scientific review process in accordance with FAR 35.016(d). White 
paper evaluation determines those research ideas that merit submission 
of a full proposal, and proposal evaluation determines those proposals 
that merit selection for contract award.
    Unclassified white papers and proposals are typically collected via 
the DHS S&T BAA secure Web site, while classified white papers and 
proposals must be submitted via proper classified courier or classified 
mailing procedures as described in the National Security Program 
Operating Manual (NISPOM).
    DHS is particularly interested in comments that:
    (1) Evaluate whether the proposed collection of information is 
necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, 
including whether the information will have practical utility;
    (2) Evaluate the accuracy of the agency's estimate of the burden of 
the proposed collection of information, including the validity of the 
methodology and assumptions used;
    (3) Suggest ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of 
the information to be collected; and
    (4) Suggest ways to minimize the burden of the data collection on 
those who respond, including the use of appropriate automated, 
electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or 
other forms of information technology, e.g., permitting electronic 
submissions of responses.

Overview of this Information Collection

    (1) Type of Information Collection: New information collection.
    (2) Title of the Form/Collection: DHS S&T BAA Web Site Registration 
Form; DHS S&T BAA Registration Form; DHS S&T BAA White Paper and 
Proposal Submission Form; DHS S&T RFI Response Form.
    (3) Agency Form Number, if any, and the applicable component of the 
Department of Homeland Security sponsoring the collection: DHS Science 
and Technology (S&T) BAA Web Site Registration Form (DHS FORM 10025), 
DHS S&T BAA Registration Form (DHS FORM 10027), DHS S&T BAA White Paper 
and Proposal Submission Form (DHS FORM 10026), and DHS S&T RFI Response 
Form (DHS FORM 10028).
    (4) Affected public who will be asked or required to respond, as 
well as a brief abstract: Individuals or households, Business or other 
for-profit, Not-for-profit institutions, Federal government, and State, 
local, or tribal government; the data gathered through the BAA Forms 
Package will be used to collect RFI responses and unclassified white 
papers and proposals through the BAA Web site.
    (5) An estimate of the total number of respondents and the amount 
of time estimated for an average respondent to respond:
    a. An estimate of the total public burden (in hours) associated 
with the collection: 1,548.75 burden hours.
    b. An estimate of the time for an average respondent to respond: 
1.25 burden hours.

    Dated: August 8, 2007.
Kenneth D. Rogers,
Chief Information Officer, Science and Technology Directorate.
 [FR Doc. E7-16196 Filed 8-16-07; 8:45 am]
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