Federal Register #06400025

Request for public comment on information collection for Business Center Program CRM databases

This notice from the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), under the Department of Commerce, seeks public comment on its proposed information collection activities for the Business Center Program's online Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and performance databases. - Government Buyer: - Department of Commerce - Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) - No OEMs or commercial vendors are named, as this is not a procurement for products or services. - Products/Services Requested: - Public feedback on information collection and reporting requirements for the Business Center Program's CRM and performance databases - Collection of participant information, service activities, and progress reports from program awardees - Unique/Notable Requirements: - The information collection supports program evaluation, compliance with the Government Performance and Results Act, and the Evidence Act - The MBDA is seeking ways to improve the quality and reduce the burden of reporting before submitting to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) - No product or service line items, quantities, or part numbers are included, as this is a request for comment, not a procurement opportunity.

Description

The Department of Commerce is requesting public comments on the proposed and continuing information collections related to the Business Center Program Online Customer Relationship Management (CRM)-Performance Databases. This collection involves reporting basic participant information, service activities, and progress on program goals by award recipients via an online database. The data collected is used to monitor and evaluate program progress, provide summaries to the Department and OMB, and support program evaluation and reporting requirements under federal acts. Comments are invited to assess the necessity, accuracy, and burden of the information collection.

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