All Contractors must favorably clear a
Pre-employment background investigation before beginning work on a Census
contract. Individuals who have had a recent investigation with another
Government agency, and which can be verified by the Office of Security, do not
require a Pre-employment investigation from Census. The criteria for the type
of investigation and procedures to follow are given below:
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The Contract Officer's Technical Representative (COTR) will obtain form
packages from Customer Security Services Office (CSSO), Building 66, Room 110.
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The COTR will supply form packages to contractor, review forms to make sure
they are complete then submit package to the CSSO two weeks before the
contractor is expected to begin work.
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Two Fingerprint Cards (Form FD-258) are required with each form package.
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Fingerprints can be made at the time the completed Forms package is submitted
to CSSO or at a local police station using fingerprint cards that can be
included with the package.
The CSSO will review the Forms for completeness and accuracy, then
initiate the investigation. Once investigation is complete the CSSO notifies
the COTR via e-mail of suitability determination. The contractor is directed to
the CSSO, to be administered the Affidavit of Non-disclosure,
Form BC-1759,
Title 26 training, and be issued a contractor badge.
The investigation requirements are as follows: All
Contractors/Visitors working/visiting less than 15 days and have not had
previous investigation must be escorted at all times. They must sign and
receive brochure Safeguarding Title 26 Information.
- NOTE:
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The
SF-85,
SF-85P &
OF-306 Forms are available from
OPM's Website. The
BC-1759 form is available on
ACSD's Web Site.
- NOTE TO COTRS:
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When completing Part D of the
BC-1759, indicate the period of time for the contract; whether or not a
James Bond account is needed; position sensitivity of the contractor position;
and any special access required.
Contact: Debra.Kay.Rochner@census.gov
Last Revised: 8/14/2006
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