BXA, in consultation with Naval
Surface Warfare Center/Indian Head Division (NSWC/IHD), is
conducting a follow-on national security assessment to reevaluate
the health and competitivness of the U.S. industry and its ability
to support current and future defense needs. The original
assessment was conducted in 1994 (approved under OMB Control No.
0694-0080), and NSWC/IHD is interested in a follow-on assessment in
light of recent Navy and industry actions to maintain and enhance
this critical sector.
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.