Federal Register #05360079

USDA ERS and FSIS Information Collection Extensions for Data Security and Service Feedback

This opportunity involves the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), specifically the Economic Research Service (ERS) and the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), seeking to extend and renew information collection activities related to data security and service delivery feedback. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Economic Research Service (ERS) - Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are mentioned, as this is an information collection and feedback initiative, not a procurement of products or commercial services. - Products/Services Requested: - Data Security Requirements for Accessing Confidential Data (ERS): - Information collection from applicants seeking access to restricted use data - Includes identity verification, confidentiality training (CIPSEA), site inspections, data use agreements, and federal forms (e.g., OF306) - Managed via a web-based Standard Application Process (SAP) Portal - Estimated 20 requests per year, each requiring about 110 minutes - Qualitative Feedback Collection on Agency Service Delivery (FSIS): - Collection of qualitative feedback from customers and stakeholders - Focus on improving timeliness, accuracy, courtesy, efficiency, and issue resolution - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Strict compliance with federal data security and privacy laws (e.g., CIPSEA) - Mandatory training, identity verification, and site inspections for data access - Ongoing collection of stakeholder feedback to enhance agency service delivery - No commercial hardware or software procurement involved

Description

The Economic Research Service (ERS) of the U.S. Department of Agriculture intends to request an extension of a currently approved information collection titled "Data Security Requirements for Accessing Confidential Data." This collection involves gathering information from the public to meet data security requirements when providing access to restricted use data for evidence building. The process includes a web-based Standard Application Process (SAP) Portal for applying for access to confidential data assets, followed by additional security requirements such as training, site inspections, and agreements. The estimated burden for completing the ERS data security agreements and paperwork is about 110 minutes per request, with an estimated 20 requests annually.

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