The purpose of the survey will be to
obtain feedback from customers on the quality of BEA products and
services. The results will serve to assist BEA in improving the
quality of its data products and its methods of dissemination. The
survey will be mailed to about 5,000 potential respondents, BEA
will request that responses be returned 30 days after the mailing.
It will also reside on BEA's website for 2,000 potential
respondents. The survey will be designed so that all responses are
anonymous.
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.