Federal Register #32060005

OPM Notice: Proposed Renewal of Standard Form 86 (SF 86) for Security Clearance Background Checks

This notice from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) announces a proposed renewal of Standard Form 86 (SF 86), used for national security position background checks. - Government Buyer: - Office of Personnel Management (OPM) - Suitability Executive Agent Programs, Personnel Management Office - Purpose: - Intent to renew Standard Form 86 (SF 86), Questionnaire for National Security Positions - Used for security clearance background checks for federal civilian employees and contractors - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - No part numbers or quantities specified - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned - Notable Requirements: - No changes proposed to the form - Public comments requested on necessity, accuracy, and burden of information collection - National Background Investigation Services (NBIS) electronic application (eApp) is the primary system for collecting this information - This is an informational notice, not a procurement opportunity

Description

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) proposes to request the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to renew Standard Form 86 (SF 86), Questionnaire for National Security Positions, without change. This form is used for security clearance background checks for federal civilian positions and contractors. The renewal is sought to continue collecting necessary information for background investigations to determine suitability for national security positions. Public comments are invited before the deadline of September 8, 2026.

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