Opportunity
Federal Register #2026-21460
Proposed online information collection for the U.S. National Contact Point
Buyer
U.S. Department of State
Posted
October 20, 2026
Respond By
December 21, 2026
Identifier
2026-21460
The U.S. Department of State is proposing an online information collection for the U.S. National Contact Point’s Specific Instance Process. - Government buyer: U.S. Department of State; the activity is managed by the U.S. National Contact Point (U.S. NCP). - Purpose: Collect voluntary information from individuals and organizations about matters raised under the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises on Responsible Business Conduct. - How information will be used: The U.S. NCP may review submissions, obtain relevant information from parties, facilitate dialogue or mediation when appropriate, communicate with parties, manage cases, and prepare statements or recommendations. - Estimated participation and burden: 180 respondents and 180 responses per year, with an estimated total burden of 60 hours per year. - Procurement status: This is a proposed information collection for public comment, not a solicitation for products or services. No OEMs, vendors, products, or service line items are identified.
Description
The U.S. Department of State is seeking OMB approval for a new information collection and invites public comment under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The information will be submitted by individuals or organizations as part of the Specific Instance Process under the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises on Responsible Business Conduct. It will support the U.S. National Contact Point in evaluating and processing submissions, communicating with parties, facilitating dialogue or mediation where appropriate, and carrying out related responsibilities. The collection will be completed online through a dedicated web page; responses are voluntary, with an estimated 180 respondents and 60 total burden hours per year.