Federal Register #10240037

NPS Renewal of Archeology Permit Application and Reporting Information Collection

The National Park Service (NPS), part of the Department of the Interior, is seeking public comments on the renewal of its information collection process for archeology permit applications and reports. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Interior, National Park Service (NPS) - Purpose and Scope: - Renewal of information collection for permits related to archeological investigations on public or Indian lands - Applies to individuals or organizations seeking to excavate or remove archeological resources - Required by federal laws such as the Archaeological Resources Protection Act and the Antiquities Act - Application and Reporting Requirements: - Submission of Form DI1926 (Archeology Permit Application) with supporting documents (statements of work, capabilities, schedules, and, if needed, written consent from State or Tribal authorities) - Permit holders must submit preliminary, annual, and final reports throughout the project - Estimated 172 permit applications processed annually - Products/Services Requested: - Processing and review of archeology permit applications (Form DI1926) - Ongoing compliance reporting for permitted archeological activities - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with federal archeological protection laws - Oversight of archeological activities on NPS-managed lands - No specific OEMs, products, or commercial vendors are being procured; this is an information collection activity - Locations: - Main NPS offices in Reston, VA and Washington, DC serve as contracting and administrative points - Various historic properties and districts across multiple states are referenced for National Register of Historic Places nominations

Description

The National Park Service (NPS) is proposing to renew an information collection related to archeology permit applications and reports. This collection is required for individuals or organizations wishing to excavate or remove archeological resources from public or Indian lands. Applicants must submit Form DI1926 along with supporting documents such as statements of work, capabilities, and schedules. Permit holders are required to submit preliminary, annual, and final reports throughout the project. The collection is necessary to comply with federal laws including the Archaeological Resources Protection Act and the Antiquities Act.

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