Notice2024-13679
Information Collection; Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 47: Transportation Requirements
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June 21, 2024
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Defense DepartmentGeneral Services AdministrationNational Aeronautics and Space Administration
Abstract
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) regulations, DoD, GSA, and NASA invite the public to comment on an extension concerning Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) part 47, transportation requirements. DoD, GSA, and NASA invite comments on: whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of Federal Government acquisitions, including whether the information will have practical utility; the accuracy of the estimate of the burden of the proposed information collection; ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and ways to minimize the burden of the information collection on respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. OMB has approved this information collection for use through November 30, 2024. DoD, GSA, and NASA propose that OMB extend its approval for use for three additional years beyond the current expiration date.
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[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 120 (Friday, June 21, 2024)]
[Notices]
[Pages 52051-52052]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2024-13679]
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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION
NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION
[OMB Control No. 9000-0061; Docket No. 2024-0053; Sequence No. 12]
Information Collection; Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 47:
Transportation Requirements
AGENCY: Department of Defense (DOD), General Services Administration
(GSA), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).
ACTION: Notice and request for comments.
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SUMMARY: In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and
the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) regulations, DoD, GSA, and
NASA invite the public to comment on an extension concerning Federal
Acquisition Regulation (FAR) part 47, transportation requirements. DoD,
GSA, and NASA invite comments on: whether the proposed collection of
information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of
Federal Government acquisitions, including whether the information will
have practical utility; the accuracy of the estimate of the burden of
the proposed information collection; ways to enhance the quality,
utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and ways to
minimize the burden of the information collection on respondents,
including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of
information technology. OMB has approved this information collection
for use through November 30, 2024. DoD, GSA, and NASA propose that OMB
extend its approval for use for three additional years beyond the
current expiration date.
DATES: DoD, GSA, and NASA will consider all comments received by August
20, 2024.
ADDRESSES: DoD, GSA, and NASA invite interested persons to submit
comments on this collection through <a href="https://www.regulations.gov">https://www.regulations.gov</a> and
follow the instructions on the site. This website provides the ability
to type short comments directly into the comment field or attach a file
for lengthier comments. If there are difficulties submitting comments,
contact the GSA Regulatory Secretariat Division at 202-501-4755 or
<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#54130715063133073137143327357a333b22"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="73342032211614201610331400125d141c05">[email protected]</span></a>.
Instructions: All items submitted must cite OMB Control No. 9000-
0061, Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 47: Transportation
Requirements. Comments received generally will be posted without change
to <a href="https://www.regulations.gov">https://www.regulations.gov</a>, including any personal and/or business
confidential information provided. To confirm receipt of your
comment(s), please check <a href="http://www.regulations.gov">www.regulations.gov</a>, approximately two to
three days after submission to verify posting.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Zenaida Delgado, Procurement Analyst,
at telephone 202-969-7207, or <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#245e414a454d40450a4041484345404b644357450a434b52"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="dea4bbb0bfb7babff0babbb2b9bfbab19eb9adbff0b9b1a8">[email protected]</span></a>.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
A. OMB Control Number, Title, and Any Associated Form(s)
9000-0061, Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 47: Transportation
Requirements.
B. Need and Uses
This clearance covers the information that contractors must submit
to comply with the following requirements in FAR part 47:
<bullet> FAR 52.247-2, Permits, Authorities, or Franchises.
The clause requires an offeror to indicate whether it has the
proper authorization from the Federal Highway Administration (or other
cognizant regulatory body) before it can be allowed to move material
under any contract for regulated freight transportation or
transportation-related services. The offeror may also be requested to
furnish a copy of the authorization before moving material under the
contract. The contracting officer and transportation office review the
information to ensure that the offeror has complied with all regulatory
requirements and has obtained any permits, licenses, or franchises that
are needed to transport the supplies.
<bullet> FAR 52.247-6, Financial Statement.
This provision requires an offeror to furnish the Government with a
current certified statement of the offeror's financial condition and
such data as the Government may request with respect to the offeror's
operations. The contracting officer uses this information to determine
whether a potential awardee is responsible in accordance with FAR part
9.
<bullet> FAR 52.247-48, F.o.b. Destination--Evidence of Shipment.
This clause requires the contractor to retain and make available to
the Government for review, as necessary, evidence of free on board
(f.o.b.) destination shipment documentation for a period of three years
after final payment of the contract. The Government may request this
information from the contractor while auditing a contract or to resolve
disputes.
<bullet> FAR 52.247-51, Evaluation of Export Offers.
This provision requires an offeror to nominate a port/terminal of
loading they recommend for the purposes of evaluation of their offer
and indicate whether the prices proposed are based on f.o.b. origin or
f.o.b. destination. The contracting officer uses the information to
ensure that offers are evaluated and awards are made on the basis of
the lowest laid down cost to the Government at the overseas port of
discharge.
<bullet> FAR 52.247-52, Clearance and Documentation Requirements--
Shipments to DOD Air or Water Terminal Transshipment Points.
This clause directs the contractor to provide the Government
certain information regarding shipments to DoD air or water terminal
transshipment points. The Government transportation office uses this
information to support applications for export release and to prepare
the Transportation Control and Movement Document (TCMD).
<bullet> FAR 52.247-53, Freight Classification Description.
When the Government purchases supplies that are new to the supply
system, nonstandard, or modifications of previously shipped items, and
different freight classifications may apply, this provision requests an
offeror provide the full Uniform Freight Classification (rail)
description, or the National Motor Freight Classification description
applicable to the supplies. The contracting officer uses this
information to determine the proper freight for supplies.
<bullet> FAR 52.247-57, Transportation Transit Privilege Credits.
This clause allows the offeror to identify any transportation
charges, including any transit charges, that the offeror will agree to
pay, subject to reimbursement by the Government. The contracting
officer uses this information to ensure consideration of an offeror's
transit credits when evaluating an f.o.b. origin price for shipping
supplies to the designated Government destinations.
<bullet> FAR 52.247-60, Guaranteed Shipping Characteristics.
This clause requires the offeror to provide details on the shipping
container(s) to be used for each part or component that is packed or
packaged separately. The contracting officer uses this information to
determine transportation costs for evaluation purposes.
<bullet> FAR 52.247-63, Preference for U.S.-Flag Air Carriers.
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In the event that a contractor selects a carrier other than a U.S.-
flag air carrier for international air transportation during
performance of the contract, this clause requires the contractor to
include a statement regarding the unavailability of U.S.-Flag Air
Carriers on vouchers involving such transportation. The Government uses
the information provided on the voucher to ensure compliance with
section 5 of the International Air Transportation Fair Competitive
Practices Act of 1974 (49 U.S.C. 40118), which requires the Government
and its contractors and subcontractors to use U.S.-flag air carriers
for U.S. Government-financed international air transportation of
personnel (and their personal effects) or property, to the extent that
service by those carriers is available.
<bullet> FAR 52.247-64, Preference for Privately Owned U.S.-Flag
Commercial Vessels.
This clause requires a contractor to provide the contracting
officer and the Maritime Administration's one legible copy of rated on-
board ocean bill of lading for each shipment made by the contractor or
its subcontractors. The Government uses this information to ensure
compliance with the Cargo Preference Act of 1954.
<bullet> FAR 52.247-67, Submission of Transportation Documents for
Audit.
This clause requires the contractor to submit for prepayment audit
transportation documents on which the United States will assume freight
charges that were paid by the contractor under a cost-reimbursement
contract or by the contractor's first-tier subcontractor (for a cost-
reimbursement subcontract). For freight shipment bills under $100 are
to be retained on-site by the contractor and made available for on-site
audits. The Government uses this information to conduct a prepayment
audit of transportation charges on a cost-reimbursement contract when
reimbursement of transportation as a direct charge to the contract or
subcontract is authorized. The prepayment audit is required to comply
with agency prepayment audit programs established pursuant to 31 U.S.C.
3726.
<bullet> FAR 52.247-68, Report of Shipment (REPSHIP).
This clause requires contractors to send an advance notice of
shipment to the consignee transportation officer to be received at
least 24 hours before the arrival of the shipment, unless otherwise
directed by a contracting officer. The Government uses this information
to alert the receiving activity of certain shipments. The advance
notice facilitates arrangements for transportation control, labor,
space, and use of materials handling equipment at destination. The
timely receipt of notices by the consignee transportation office
precludes the Government from incurring demurrage and vehicle detention
charges.
<bullet> FAR 47.303 Clauses for Standard Delivery Terms.
The following FAR clauses require the contractor to (as appropriate
to the delivery terms specified in the contract): Prepare or provide
special annotation on a Government or commercial bill of lading;
provide an ocean bill of lading or airway bill; annotate commercial
shipping documents; distribute copies of the bill of lading; provide
applicable transportation receipts; assist in obtaining documents for
exportation or importation destinations; and/or obtain insurance
documents:
FAR 52.247-1, Commercial Bill of Lading Notations
FAR 52.247-29, F.o.b. Origin
FAR 52.247-30, F.o.b. Origin, Contractor's Facility
FAR 52.247-31, F.o.b. Origin, Freight Allowed
FAR 52.247-32, F.o.b. Origin, Freight Prepaid
FAR 52.247-33, F.o.b. Origin, With Differentials
FAR 52.247-34, F.o.b. Destination
FAR 52.247-35, F.o.b. Destination, Within Consignee's Premises
FAR 52.247-36, F.a.s. Vessel, Port of Shipment
FAR 52.247-37, F.o.b. Vessel, Port of Shipment
FAR 52.247-38, F.o.b. Inland Carrier, Point of Exportation
FAR 52.247-41, C. & f. Destination
FAR 52.247-42, C.i.f. Destination
FAR 52.247-43, F.o.b. Designated Air Carrier's Terminal, Point of
Exportation
FAR 52.247-44, F.o.b. Designated Air Carrier's Terminal, Point of
Importation
FAR 52.247-65, F.o.b. Origin, Prepaid Freight--Small Package Shipments
The contracting officer and the Government transportation office
use this information in awarding and administering contracts to ensure:
(1) Acquisitions are made on the basis most advantageous to the
Government; and (2) supplies arrive in good order and condition and on
time at the required place.
C. Annual Burden
Respondents: 16,114.
Recordkeepers: 849.
Total Annual Responses: 348,766.
Total Burden Hours: 27,502 (25,936 reporting hours + 1,566
recordkeeping hours).
Obtaining Copies: Requesters may obtain a copy of the information
collection documents from the GSA Regulatory Secretariat Division by
calling 202-501-4755 or emailing <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#0e495d4f5c6b695d6b6d4e697d6f20696178"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="34736775665153675157745347551a535b42">[email protected]</span></a>. Please cite OMB
Control No. 9000-0061, Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 47:
Transportation Requirements.
Janet Fry,
Director, Federal Acquisition Policy Division, Office of Governmentwide
Acquisition Policy, Office of Acquisition Policy, Office of
Governmentwide Policy.
[FR Doc. 2024-13679 Filed 6-20-24; 8:45 am]
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