Opportunity
Federal Register #32450109
SBA Request for Public Comments on Data Collection for SBIC Examinations
Buyer
Small Business Administration
Posted
April 01, 2026
Respond By
May 01, 2026
Identifier
32450109
This opportunity involves a request for public comments from the Small Business Administration (SBA) regarding its data collection process for Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) examinations. - Government Buyer: - Small Business Administration (SBA), Office of Investment and Innovation - Purpose: - Seeking public input on SBA Form 857, used for collecting information during biennial SBIC examinations - Feedback requested on necessity, accuracy, burden, and potential improvements to the data collection process - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - No part numbers or quantities listed - OEMs and Vendors: - Only the SBA is mentioned; no commercial OEMs or vendors involved - Unique/Notable Requirements: - This is a public comment request, not a procurement action - Focus is on improving a federal data collection process, not purchasing goods or services
Description
The Small Business Administration (SBA) is seeking public comments on a data collection effort related to the examination of Small Business Investment Companies (SBICs). This information collection, identified as SBA Form 857, is used to gather independent information relevant to SBIC examinations, which are required biennially by statute. The SBA invites comments on the necessity, accuracy, and ways to improve the collection and reduce respondent burden. Comments are due by May 1, 2026.