Federal Register #2026-07113

SBA Requests Public Comment on Surety Bond Guarantee Assistance Program Information Collection

This notice announces the Small Business Administration's (SBA) request for public comment on proposed updates to information collection forms for the Surety Bond Guarantee Assistance program. - Government Buyer: - Small Business Administration (SBA) - OEMs and Vendors: - SBA is the only agency and entity involved - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - Notice concerns revisions to SBA Forms 900, 901, 990, 991, 994, 994B, 994F, and 994H - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Focus is on streamlining procedures, clarifying participation requirements, and improving compliance with regulatory changes - Public input is requested regarding the information collection process - Supports SBA's guarantee of bid, payment, and performance bonds for small and emerging contractors unable to obtain surety bonds through regular commercial channels - No contract award or procurement is associated with this notice; it is a regulatory and compliance update

Description

The Small Business Administration (SBA) is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the renewal and revision of information collection related to its Surety Bond Guarantee Assistance program. This includes updates to several SBA forms to streamline procedures, clarify participation requirements, and improve compliance with regulatory changes. The information collection supports SBA's guarantee of bid, payment, and performance bonds for small and emerging contractors who cannot obtain surety bonds through regular commercial channels. Public comments are invited to improve the quality and reduce the burden of the information collection.

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