Certification of "Other Organizations"

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The Intergovernmental Personnel Act regulations specify that "other organizations" are eligible to participate and define what an "other organization" is. They also require that entities interested in participating in the mobility program as an "other organization" have eligibility certified by the Federal agency with which they are entering into an agreement. If an organization has already been certified by an agency, this certification is permanent and may apply throughout the Federal Government. Another agency can accept this certification or require an organization to submit the appropriate paperwork for review. Requests for certification should include a copy of:

• the organization's articles of incorporation;
• bylaws;
• Internal Revenue Service (IRS) letter of nonprofit status;
• and any other information describing the organization's activities as they relate to the public management concerns of governments or universities.

Click here for a PDF file of organizations that are currently certified to participate in IPA assignments with EPA.