Opportunity
Federal Register #2026-09678
OPM Requests Public Comment on Renewal of Optional Form 306 for Federal Employment
Buyer
Office of Personnel Management
Posted
May 14, 2026
Respond By
July 13, 2026
Identifier
2026-09678
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is seeking public comment on the proposed renewal of Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment. - Government Buyer: - Office of Personnel Management (OPM), Suitability Executive Agent Programs - Purpose: - Renewal of information collection for OF 306, used to assess suitability for federal employment, retirement status, and life insurance enrollment - Key Details: - No changes to the form are proposed - Public comments are requested regarding the necessity, burden, and utility of the information collection - Procurement Information: - No products or services are being procured - No OEMs or vendors are involved - Notable Requirements: - This is part of the federal rulemaking process, not a procurement opportunity
Description
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM), Suitability Executive Agent Programs, is proposing to request the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to renew a previously approved information collection, Optional Form 306 (OF 306), Declaration for Federal Employment, without change. This form is completed by applicants under consideration for Federal or Federal contract employment and is used to determine a person's acceptability for employment, retirement status, and life insurance enrollment. The information may also be used in investigations for suitability or security clearance determinations. OPM invites public comments on the renewal of this information collection.