Federal Register #2026-13868

OPM Requests Comments on Renewal of SF 86 for National Security Positions

This opportunity is a request for public comments regarding the renewal of Standard Form 86 (SF 86) for National Security Positions by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM). - Government Buyer: - Office of Personnel Management (OPM) - Suitability Executive Agent Programs, Personnel Management Office - No OEMs or vendors are involved, as this is not a procurement of products or services - Products/Services Requested: - Renewal of Standard Form 86 (SF 86), Questionnaire for National Security Positions - No physical products, software, or services are being purchased - Notable Requirements: - The renewal is proposed without any changes to the form - SF 86 is used for background investigations of federal employees and contractors in national security positions - OPM plans to eventually replace SF 86 with the Personnel Vetting Questionnaire - Public comments are requested on the necessity, accuracy, and burden of the information collection - No contract value, period of performance, or line items are applicable, as this is an information collection notice

Description

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM), Suitability Executive Agent Programs, is notifying the public and federal agencies of its proposal to request the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to renew Standard Form 86 (SF 86), Questionnaire for National Security Positions, without any changes. This form is used to collect information from applicants or incumbents of federal government civilian positions or contractors for background investigations to determine suitability for employment or retention and eligibility for access to federally controlled facilities or information systems. The renewal is proposed without substantive changes, as OPM plans to replace SF 86 with the Personnel Vetting Questionnaire in the future. Comments on the renewal are requested by September 8, 2026.

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