Unified Agenda
48 CFR Ch. 1
AGENCIES:
Department of Defense (DoD), General Services Administration (GSA), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).
ACTION:
Semiannual regulatory agenda.
SUMMARY:
This agenda provides summary descriptions of regulations being developed by the Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense Acquisition Regulations Council in compliance with Executive Order 12866 "Regulatory Planning and Review." This agenda is being published to allow interested persons an opportunity to participate in the rulemaking process.
The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Secretariat has attempted to list all regulations pending at the time of publication, except for minor and routine or repetitive actions; however, unanticipated requirements may result in the issuance of regulations that are not included in this agenda. There is no legal significance to the omission of an item from this listing. Also, the dates shown for the steps of each action are estimated and are not commitments to act on or by the dates shown.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Ms. Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, Room 4035, GS Building, Washington, DC 20405, (202) 501-4755.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
DoD, GSA, and NASA, under their several statutory authorities, jointly issue and maintain the FAR through periodic issuance of changes published in the Federal Register and produced electronically as Federal Acquisition Circulars (FACs).
The electronic version of the FAR, including changes, can be accessed on the FAR website at www.arnet.gov/FAR.
Dated:
March 9, 2001.
Al Matera, Acting Director, Federal Acquisition Policy Division.
| DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR)—Proposed Rule Stage | Sequence Number | Title | Regulation Identification Number |
|---|---|---|
| 3991 | FAR Case 2001-014, Contractor Responsibility, Labor Relations Costs, and Costs Relating to Legal and Other Proceedings—Revocation | 9000-AJ10 |
| DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR)—Final Rule Stage | Sequence Number | Title | Regulation Identification Number |
|---|---|---|
| 3992 | FAR Case 95-013, Government Property | 9000-AH60 |
| 3993 | FAR Case 99-010, Contractor Responsibility, Labor Relations Costs, and Costs Relating to Legal and Other Proceedings | 9000-AI40 |
| DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR)—Long-Term Actions | Sequence Number | Title | Regulation Identification Number |
|---|---|---|
| 3994 | FAR Case 89-093, Implementation of the Anti-Lobbying Statute | 9000-AD76 |
| 3995 | FAR Case 91-078, Small Business Subcontracting Reporting | 9000-AG04 |
| 3996 | FAR Case 94-753, Travel Costs | 9000-AG27 |
| 3997 | FAR Case 97-032, Relocation Costs | 9000-AH96 |
| 3998 | FAR Case 97-304, Electronic Commerce in Federal Procurement | 9000-AI10 |
| 3999 | FAR Case 98-614, Veterans' Employment | 9000-AI46 |
| 4000 | FAR Case 97-613, Application of the Davis-Bacon Act to Construction Contracts With Options To Extend the Term of the Contract | 9000-AI47 |
| 4001 | FAR Case 98-024, Procurement Integrity Rewrite | 9000-AI61 |
| 4002 | FAR Case 99-022, Discussion Requirements | 9000-AI68 |
| 4003 | FAR Case 99-025, Cost Accounting Standards Administration | 9000-AI70 |
| 4004 | FAR Case 99-011, Energy Efficiency of Supplies and Services | 9000-AI71 |
| 4005 | FAR Case 2000-604, North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) | 9000-AI75 |
| 4006 | FAR Case 2000-402, Definitions for "Contract Action" and "Contracting Action" | 9000-AI76 |
| 4007 | FAR Case 2000-404, Definitions for Classified Acquisitions | 9000-AI81 |
| 4008 | FAR Case 99-017, JWOD Subcontract Preference Under Service Contracts | 9000-AI82 |
| 4009 | FAR Case 2000-403, Definitions for Sealed Bid and Negotiated Procurements | 9000-AI84 |
| 4010 | FAR Case 99-026, Final Contract Voucher Submission | 9000-AI86 |
| 4011 | FAR Case 2000-303, Acquisition of Commercial Items | 9000-AI88 |
| 4012 | FAR Case 99-023, Prompt Payment and the Recovery of Overpayment | 9000-AI89 |
| 4013 | FAR Case 99-616, Balance of Payments Program | 9000-AI90 |
| 4014 | FAR Case 2000-401, Definitions of "Applied Research" and "Development" | 9000-AI91 |
| 4015 | FAR Case 2000-007, Financing Policies | 9000-AI92 |
| 4016 | FAR Case 2000-302,Veterans Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development Act of 1999 | 9000-AI93 |
| 4017 | FAR Case 2000-304, Electronic Signatures | 9000-AI94 |
| 4018 | FAR Case 99-612, Application of Labor Clauses | 9000-AI95 |
| 4019 | FAR Case 99-024, Preference for U.S.-Flag Vessels | 9000-AI97 |
| 4020 | FAR Case 2000-014, Signing and Retention of High-Technology Workers | 9000-AJ00 |
| 4021 | FAR Case 99-614, Federal Supply Schedule Order Disputes and Incidental Items | 9000-AJ01 |
| 4022 | FAR Case 2000-013, Contract Types for Commercial Item Acquisitions | 9000-AJ03 |
| 4023 | FAR Case 2000-008, Acquisition of Helium | 9000-AJ09 |
| DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR)—Completed Actions | Sequence Number | Title | Regulation Identification Number |
|---|---|---|
| 4024 | FAR Case 96-308, Implementation of Commercially Available Off-the-Shelf Item Acquisition Provisions of the Federal Acquisition Reform Act | 9000-AH25 |
| 4025 | FAR Case 96-023, Clause Flowdown-Commercial Items | 9000-AH69 |
| 4026 | FAR Case 98-304, Commercial Items-Nongovernmental Purposes | 9000-AI41 |
| 4027 | FAR Case 99-608, Prohibition of Acquisition of Products Produced by Forced or Indentured Child Labor | 9000-AI51 |
| 4028 | FAR Case 99-607, Electronic and Information Technology Accessibility | 9000-AI69 |
| 4029 | FAR Case 99-303, Task Order and Delivery Order Contracts | 9000-AI72 |
| 4030 | FAR Case 99-016, Advance Payments for Non-Commercial Items | 9000-AI74 |
| 4031 | FAR Case 2000-301, Applicability, Thresholds and Waiver of Cost Accounting Standards Coverage | 9000-AI79 |
| 4032 | FAR Case 98-020, Hazardous Material Safety Data | 9000-AI87 |
| 4033 | FAR Case 99-021, Part 12 and Assignment of Claims | 9000-AJ05 |
| 4034 | FAR Case 1999-403, Definitions | 9000-AJ08 |
3991. ¤ FAR CASE 2001-014, CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITY, LABOR RELATIONS COSTS, AND COSTS RELATING TO LEGAL AND OTHER PROCEEDINGS—REVOCATION
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC ch 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 9; 48 CFR 14; 48 CFR 15; 48 CFR 31; 48 CFR 52
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
The Federal Acquisition Regulations Council (FAR Council) published in the Federal Register at 65 FR 80255, December 20, 2000, a final rule addressing contractor responsibility and costs incurred in legal and other proceedings. The FAR Council is reconsidering its position and requests public comments on this proposed rule revoking the December 20, 2000, final rule. In an interim FAR rule (under FAR Case 1999-010, Contractor Responsibility, Labor Relations Cost, and Costs Relating to Legal and Other Proceedings, that is being published today) the FAR Council is staying the final rule.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 04/03/01 | 66 FR 17758 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 06/04/01 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is a paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AJ10
3992. FAR CASE 95-013, GOVERNMENT PROPERTY
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 45; 48 CFR 52
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
The rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to simplify procedures, reduce recordkeeping, and eliminate requirements related to the management and disposition of Government property in the possession of contractors. This regulatory action was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993, and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 06/02/97 | 62 FR 30186 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 08/15/97 | |
| NPRM | 01/10/00 | 65 FR 1438 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 03/10/00 | |
| Final Action | 04/00/01 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
Yes
Small Entities Affected:
Businesses
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is a paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AH60
3993. FAR CASE 99-010, CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITY, LABOR RELATIONS COSTS, AND COSTS RELATING TO LEGAL AND OTHER PROCEEDINGS
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 9.104-1; 48 CFR 14.404-2; 48 CFR 15.503; 48 CFR 31.205-21; 48 CFR 31.205-47; 48 CFR 52.209-5; 48 CFR 52.212-3
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to clarify coverage and give examples of suitable contractor responsibility considerations. The rule also makes unallowable the costs of attempting to influence employee decisions regarding unionization. In addition, the rule makes unallowable those legal expenses related to defense of judicial or administrative proceedings brought by the Federal Government when a contractor is found to have violated a law or regulation, or the proceeding is settled by consent or compromise, except to the extent specifically provided as part of the settlement agreement. This regulatory action was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993, and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 07/09/99 | 64 FR 37360 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 11/08/99 | |
| NPRM | 06/30/00 | 65 FR 40830 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 08/29/00 | |
| Final Rule | 12/20/00 | 65 FR 80256 |
| Final Rule Effective | 01/19/01 | |
| Interim Final Rule (Stay of Final Rule) | 04/03/01 | 66 FR 17754 |
| Interim Final Rule Effective | 04/03/01 | |
| Interim Final Rule Comment Period End | 06/04/01 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI40
3994. FAR CASE 89-093, IMPLEMENTATION OF THE ANTI-LOBBYING STATUTE
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
PL 101-121, sec 319
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 3; 48 CFR 52
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to implement section 319 of Public Law 101-121, which added a new section 1352 to title 31 U.S.C. entitled "Limitation on Use of Appropriated Funds to Influence Certain Federal Contracting and Financial Transactions." Section 319 generally prohibits recipients of Federal contracts, grants, and loans from using appropriated funds for lobbying the executive or legislative branches of the Federal Government in connection with a specific contract, grant, or loan. Section 319 also requires that each person who requests or receives a Federal contract, grant, or cooperative agreement, in excess of $100,000, or a loan or Federal commitment to insure or guarantee a loan, in excess of $150,000, must disclose lobbying with other than appropriated funds.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| Interim Final Rule | 01/30/90 | 55 FR 3190 |
| Final Action | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
Yes
Small Entities Affected:
Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, Organizations
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is a statutory requirement. There is a paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AD76
3995. FAR CASE 91-078, SMALL BUSINESS SUBCONTRACTING REPORTING
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 53.219
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense Acquisition Regulations Council are proposing to amend FAR 53.219 to authorize the addition of a column to the Standard Form 295, Summary Subcontract Report, to report the number of subcontracts awarded to small business concerns, small disadvantaged business concerns, and women-owned small business enterprises. This regulatory action was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993, and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 09/26/94 | 59 FR 49037 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 11/25/94 | |
| NPRM | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
Yes
Small Entities Affected:
Businesses, Organizations
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is a paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AG04
3996. FAR CASE 94-753, TRAVEL COSTS
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Other Significant
Legal Authority:
PL 103-355
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 31.205-46
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, October 1, 1995, The Federal Acquisition Streamlining Act eliminated the statutory requirement to the travel cost principle concerning the Federal Travel Regulations. No regulatory implementation was required.
Abstract:
This rule is issued pursuant to the Federal Acquisition Streamlining Act of 1994, Public Law 103-355 (the Act). The Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council is considering amending the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) as a result of changes to 41 U.S.C. 22 by section 2191 of the Act. This regulatory action was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 12/14/94 | 59 FR 64542 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 02/13/95 | |
| NPRM | 05/20/99 | 64 FR 27654 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 07/19/99 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is a statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AG27
3997. FAR CASE 97-032, RELOCATION COSTS
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 31
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to remove the ceilings imposed on certain types of relocation costs; to permit reimbursement of relocation costs on an appropriate lump-sum basis; and to make allowable payments for spouse employment assistance and payments for increase employee income and social security taxes incident to allowable reimbursed relocation. This regulatory action was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993, and this is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 05/25/99 | 64 FR 28330 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 07/26/99 | |
| Final Action | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AH96
3998. FAR CASE 97-304, ELECTRONIC COMMERCE IN FEDERAL PROCUREMENT
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
PL 105-85, sec 850
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 2; 48 CFR 4; 48 CFR 5; 48 CFR 12; 48 CFR 13; 48 CFR 14; 48 CFR 19; 48 CFR 22; 48 CFR 34; 48 CFR 35; 48 CFR 36
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, May 16, 1998.
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation to implement section 850 of the National Defense Act for FY 1998 (Pub. L. 105-85) to eliminate the preference for electronic commerce within Federal Acquisition Computer Network. This regulatory action was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993, and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| Interim Final Rule | 10/30/98 | 63 FR 58590 |
| Interim Final Rule Effective | 10/30/98 | |
| Interim Final Rule Comment Period End | 12/29/98 | |
| NPRM | 08/21/00 | 65 FR 50872 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 10/20/00 | |
| Final Action | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
Yes
Small Entities Affected:
Businesses
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is a statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI10
3999. FAR CASE 98-614, VETERANS' EMPLOYMENT
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 12; 48 CFR 13; 48 CFR 22; 48 CFR 52
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to implement sections 7 and 8 of the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (Pub. L. 105-339). Section 7 expands and improves veterans' employment emphasis under Federal contracts. Section 8 amends the veterans' employment reporting requirements. This rule also implements the Department of Labor's (DOL) Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) final rule amending 41 CFR part 60-250, Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination Obligations of Contractors and Subcontractors Regarding Special Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era, which clarifies DOL implementation of the affirmative action provisions of the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as amended (38 U.S.C. 4212). This regulatory action was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993, and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 12/03/99 | 64 FR 67992 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 02/01/00 | |
| Final Action | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI46
4000. FAR CASE 97-613, APPLICATION OF THE DAVIS-BACON ACT TO CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS WITH OPTIONS TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE CONTRACT
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 1; 48 CFR 22; 48 CFR 52
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to implement the requirement of Department of Labor (DOL) All Agency Memorandum No. 157 (AAM 157), as clarified in the Federal Register on November 20, 1998. The rule requires incorporation of the current Davis-Bacon Act wage determination at the exercise of each option period in construction contracts. This regulatory action was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993, and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 12/03/99 | 64 FR 67986 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 02/01/00 | |
| Final Action | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
Yes
Small Entities Affected:
Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is a paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI47
4001. FAR CASE 98-024, PROCUREMENT INTEGRITY REWRITE
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 2; 48 CFR 3; 48 CFR 4; 48 CFR 9; 48 CFR 15; 48 CFR 52; ...
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to rewrite in plain language and clarify guidance regarding procurement integrity in A-76 procurements. This regulatory action was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993, and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C 804.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 03/29/00 | 65 FR 16758 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 05/30/00 | |
| Final Action | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI61
4002. FAR CASE 99-022, DISCUSSION REQUIREMENTS
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 15
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to clarify the scope of discussions in competitive negotiated acquisitions. This regulatory action is not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993, and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 04/03/00 | 65 FR 17582 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 06/02/00 | |
| Final Action | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI68
4003. FAR CASE 99-025, COST ACCOUNTING STANDARDS ADMINISTRATION
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 30; 48 CFR 52
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to delineate the process for determining and resolving the cost impact on contracts and subcontracts when a contractor makes a compliant change to a cost accounting practice or follows a noncompliant practice. This regulatory action was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993, and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 04/18/00 | 65 FR 20854 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 06/19/00 | |
| Final Action | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is a paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI70
4004. FAR CASE 99-011, ENERGY EFFICIENCY OF SUPPLIES AND SERVICES
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 2; 48 CFR 11; 48 CFR 15; 48 CFR 23; 48 CFR 42
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to implement Executive Order (E.O.) 13123 of June 3, 1999, Greening the Government through Efficient Energy Management. This regulatory action was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993, and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 05/10/00 | 65 FR 30310 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 07/10/00 | |
| Final Action | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI71
4005. FAR CASE 2000-604, NORTH AMERICAN INDUSTRY CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (NAICS)
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 5; 48 CFR 19; 48 CFR 23; 48 CFR 52; 48 CFR 53
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to convert size standards and other programs in the FAR based on the Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) system to the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS). This regulatory action was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993. This rule is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| Interim Final Rule | 07/26/00 | 65 FR 46055 |
| Interim Final Rule Comment Period End | 09/25/00 | |
| Interim Final Rule Effective | 10/01/00 | |
| Final Action | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is a paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI75
4006. FAR CASE 2000-402, DEFINITIONS FOR "CONTRACT ACTION" AND "CONTRACTING ACTION"
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 1; 48 CFR 5; 48 CFR 8; 48 CFR 17; 48 CFR 19; 48 CFR 32; 48 CFR 52
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to provide for consistent use of the term "contract action." This case is one of a series of cases that implement the White House memorandum, Plain Language in Government Writing, dated June 1, 1999. This regulatory action was not subject to review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993, and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 05/31/00 | 65 FR 34894 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 07/31/00 | |
| Final Action | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI76
4007. FAR CASE 2000-404, DEFINITIONS FOR CLASSIFIED ACQUISITIONS
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 2; 48 CFR 4; 48 CFR 14; 48 CFR 32
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to provide consistent definitions for classified acquisitions. This case is one of a series of cases in response to the White House memorandum, Plain Language in Government Writing, dated June 1, 1999. This regulatory action was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866 and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 07/28/00 | 65 FR 46558 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 09/26/00 | |
| Final Action | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI81
4008. FAR CASE 99-017, JWOD SUBCONTRACT PREFERENCE UNDER SERVICE CONTRACTS
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 8; 48 CFR 44; 48 CFR 52
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to implement changes relating to preferences for award of subcontracts under service contracts to nonprofit workshops designated by the Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled (Javits-Wagner-O'Day (JWOD) (41 U.S.C. 48)). This regulatory action was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866 and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 07/03/00 | 65 FR 41266 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 09/01/00 | |
| Final Action | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
Yes
Small Entities Affected:
Businesses
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI82
4009. FAR CASE 2000-403, DEFINITIONS FOR SEALED BID AND NEGOTIATED PROCUREMENTS
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 2; 48 CFR 3; 48 CFR 14; 48 CFR 15; 48 CFR 28; 48 CFR 35; 48 CFR 52
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to provide consistent definitions for sealed bids and negotiated procurements. This case is one of a series of cases in response to the White House memorandum, Plain Language in Government Writing, dated June 1, 1999. This regulatory action is not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993, and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 07/11/00 | 65 FR 42852 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 09/11/00 | |
| Final Action | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI84
4010. FAR CASE 99-026, FINAL CONTRACT VOUCHER SUBMISSION
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 42; 48 CFR 52
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to explicitly state the right of the contracting officer to unilaterally determine the final contract payment amount when the contractor does not submit the final invoice or voucher within the time specified in the contract. This regulatory action was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993, and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 07/27/00 | 65 FR 46332 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 09/25/00 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI86
4011. FAR CASE 2000-303, ACQUISITION OF COMMERCIAL ITEMS
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 2; 48 CFR 12; 48 CFR 46; 48 CFR 52
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation to implement two statutory changes relevant to the definition of "Commercial Items": (1) Section 803(a)(2)(D) of the Strom Thurmond National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1999 to revise the definition of "commercial item" to provide specific guidance on the meaning and appropriate application of the term "purposes other than Government purposes" at 41 U.S.C. 403(12)(A) and (2) section 805 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2000 to clarify the definition of "commercial item" with respect to associated services. This regulatory action is not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993, and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 08/28/00 | 65 FR 52284 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 10/27/00 | |
| Final Action | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI88
4012. FAR CASE 99-023, PROMPT PAYMENT AND THE RECOVERY OF OVERPAYMENT
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486 (c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 2; 48 CFR 32; 48 CFR 52
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to reflect changes made to the Office of Management and Budget prompt payment regulations; simplify and clarify the prompt payment coverage currently in the FAR; require the contractor to notify the contracting officer if the contractor becomes aware of an overpayment; and write all new and revised text using plain language in accordance with the White House memorandum, Plain Language in Government Writing, dated June 1, 1998. This regulatory action was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993, and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 08/28/00 | 65 FR 52243 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 10/27/00 | |
| Final Action | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is a paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI89
4013. FAR CASE 99-616, BALANCE OF PAYMENTS PROGRAM
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 13; 48 CFR 25; 48 CFR 52
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to remove subpart 25.3, Balance of Payments Program. This regulatory action is not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993, and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 09/11/00 | 65 FR 54936 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 11/13/00 | |
| Final Action | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is a paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI90
4014. FAR CASE 2000-401, DEFINITIONS OF "APPLIED RESEARCH" AND "DEVELOPMENT"
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 2; 48 CFR 31; 48 CFR 35
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to move the definitions of "Applied Research" and "Development" from separate areas of the FAR into the same FAR section pertaining to definitions. This regulatory action is not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993, and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 09/11/00 | 65 FR 54940 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 11/13/00 | |
| Final Action | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI91
4015. FAR CASE 2000-007, FINANCING POLICIES
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 32; 48 CFR 52
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to permit the use of performance-based payments type of financing on fixed-price contracts prior to definitization and to establish a standard time period of 30 days that contractors have to pay their vendors after the contractors have billed the Government for incurred vendor costs. This regulatory action was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993, and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 09/18/00 | 65 FR 56454 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 11/17/00 | |
| Final Action | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI92
4016. FAR CASE 2000-302,VETERANS ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ACT OF 1999
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c); PL 106-50
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 2; 48 CFR 4; 48 CFR 5; 48 CFR 7; 48 CFR 19; 48 CFR 52; 48 CFR 53
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to implement portions of the Veterans Entrepeneurship and Small Business Development Act of 1999 (Pub. L. 106-50). The Act established new assistance programs for veterans and service-disabled veterans who own and operate small businesses. This regulatory action was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993, and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| Interim Final Rule | 10/11/00 | 65 FR 60542 |
| Interim Final Rule Effective | 10/11/00 | |
| Interim Final Rule Comment Period End | 12/11/00 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
Yes
Small Entities Affected:
Businesses
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is a paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI93
4017. ¤ FAR CASE 2000-304, ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 2; 48 CFR 4
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to clarify and encourage the use of electronic signatures in Federal procurement. This regulatory action was not subject to review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993, and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 11/01/00 | 65 FR 65698 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 01/02/01 | |
| Final Action | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI94
4018. ¤ FAR CASE 99-612, APPLICATION OF LABOR CLAUSES
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 52
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) by amending the clause, Terms and Conditions-Simplified Acquisitions (Other Than Commercial Items), to include the Prohibition of Segregated Facilities clause and to clarify the application of labor clauses below the simplified acquisition threshold and to amend the Equal Opportunity clause to incorporate the exception for work performed outside the United States. This regulatory action was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993, and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 10/26/00 | 65 FR 64298 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 12/26/00 | |
| Final Action | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI95
4019. ¤ FAR CASE 99-024, PREFERENCE FOR U.S.-FLAG VESSELS
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 2; 48 CFR 12; 48 CFR 32; 48 CFR 47; 48 CFR 52
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) regarding the applicability of statutory requirements for use of U.S.-flag vessels in the transportation of supplies by sea. The FAR presently waives these requirements for subcontracts for the acquisition of commercial items. This regulatory action was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993, and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 11/07/00 | 65 FR 66920 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 01/08/01 | |
| Final Action | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is a paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI97
4020. ¤ FAR CASE 2000-014, SIGNING AND RETENTION OF HIGH-TECHNOLOGY WORKERS
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 31
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to explicitly make allowable signing and retention bonuses that defense contractors often must offer in order to recruit and retain workers that have critical technical skills. This regulatory action was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993, and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 12/28/00 | 65 FR 82876 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 02/26/01 | |
| Final Action | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AJ00
4021. ¤ FAR CASE 99-614, FEDERAL SUPPLY SCHEDULE ORDER DISPUTES AND INCIDENTAL ITEMS
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 8; 48 CFR 51
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to add policies on disputes and incidental items under Federal Supply Schedule contracts and to remove the requirement to notify the General Services Administration when a schedule contractor refuses to honor an order placed by a Government contractor. This regulatory action was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993, and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 12/29/00 | 65 FR 79702 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 02/20/01 | |
| Final Action | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AJ01
4022. ¤ FAR CASE 2000-013, CONTRACT TYPES FOR COMMERCIAL ITEM ACQUISITIONS
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 12; 48 CFR 16
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to provide clarification on what contract types are authorized for commercial item acquisitions. This regulatory action was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993, and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 12/29/00 | 65 FR 83292 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 02/27/01 | |
| Final Action | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AJ03
4023. ¤ FAR CASE 2000-008, ACQUISITION OF HELIUM
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 8; 48 CFR 52
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation to implement the Helium Privatization Act of 1996 (Pub. L. 104-273) and associated changes to the U.S. Department of the Interior's regulations regarding its helium program. This regulatory action was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993. This rule is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 01/11/01 | 66 FR 2752 |
| NPRM Comment Period End | 03/12/01 | |
| Final Action | To Be Determined |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is a paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AJ09
4024. FAR CASE 96-308, IMPLEMENTATION OF COMMERCIALLY AVAILABLE OFF-THE-SHELF ITEM ACQUISITION PROVISIONS OF THE FEDERAL ACQUISITION REFORM ACT
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 2.101; 48 CFR 52.212-4; 48 CFR 52.212-00; 48 CFR 3.104-10(c); 48 CFR 3.503; 48 CFR 12.301; 48 CFR 12.7; 48 CFR 15.106-1; 48 CFR 19.508; 48 CFR 25.605; 48 CFR 27.409
| Reason | Date | FR Cite |
| Withdrawn | 09/14/00 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
Yes
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AH25
4025. FAR CASE 96-023, CLAUSE FLOWDOWN-COMMERCIAL ITEMS
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 52.244-6
| Reason | Date | FR Cite |
| Final Action | 01/10/01 | 66 FR 2140 |
| Final Action Effective | 05/11/01 | 66 FR 14260 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AH69
4026. FAR CASE 98-304, COMMERCIAL ITEMS-NONGOVERNMENTAL PURPOSES
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 2; 48 CFR 52
| Reason | Date | FR Cite |
| Withdrawn | 07/31/00 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI41
4027. FAR CASE 99-608, PROHIBITION OF ACQUISITION OF PRODUCTS PRODUCED BY FORCED OR INDENTURED CHILD LABOR
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 22; 48 CFR 52
| Reason | Date | FR Cite |
| Final Action | 01/18/01 | 66 FR 5346 |
| Final Action Effective | 02/20/01 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI51
4028. FAR CASE 99-607, ELECTRONIC AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ACCESSIBILITY
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 2; 48 CFR 7; 48 CFR 10; 48 CFR 11; 48 CFR 12; 48 CFR 39
| Reason | Date | FR Cite |
| NPRM | 01/22/01 | 66 FR 7166 |
| Final Action | 04/25/01 | 66 FR 20894 |
| Final Action Effective | 06/25/01 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI69
4029. FAR CASE 99-303, TASK ORDER AND DELIVERY ORDER CONTRACTS
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 2; 48 CFR 16
| Reason | Date | FR Cite |
| Withdrawn | 02/06/01 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI72
4030. FAR CASE 99-016, ADVANCE PAYMENTS FOR NON-COMMERCIAL ITEMS
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 32; 48 CFR 52
| Reason | Date | FR Cite |
| Final Action | 01/10/01 | 66 FR 2137 |
| Final Action Effective | 05/11/01 | 66 FR 14260 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI74
4031. FAR CASE 2000-301, APPLICABILITY, THRESHOLDS AND WAIVER OF COST ACCOUNTING STANDARDS COVERAGE
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 30; 48 CFR 52
| Reason | Date | FR Cite |
| Final Action | 01/10/01 | 66 FR 2136 |
| Final Action Effective | 03/12/01 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI79
4032. FAR CASE 98-020, HAZARDOUS MATERIAL SAFETY DATA
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 23; 48 CFR 52
| Reason | Date | FR Cite |
| Withdrawn | 02/06/01 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AI87
4033. ¤ FAR CASE 99-021, PART 12 AND ASSIGNMENT OF CLAIMS
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 52
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to add, in the contract clause addressing terms and conditions for commercial items, the prohibition for a contractor to assign its rights to receive payment in accordance with the Assignment of Claims Act (31 U.S.C. 3727) when a third party makes payment under the contract (e.g., use of the Governmentwide commercial purchase card). This prohibition is currently in the contract clause addressing terms and conditions required to implement statutes or Executive orders for commercial items. This regulatory action was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993, and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| Final Action | 01/10/01 | 66 FR 2139 |
| Final Action Effective | 05/11/01 | 66 FR 14260 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AJ05
4034. ¤ FAR CASE 1999-403, DEFINITIONS
Agency:
Department of Defense/General Services Administration/National Aeronautics and Space Administration (FAR)
Priority:
Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority:
40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 137; 42 USC 2473(c)
CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
48 CFR 1; 48 CFR 2; 48 CFR 3; 48 CFR 4; 48 CFR 5; 48 CFR 6; 48 CFR 7; 48 CFR 8; 48 CFR 9; 48 CFR 11; 48 CFR 13; 48 CFR 14; 48 CFR 15; ...
Legal Deadline:
None
Abstract:
This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to clarify the applicability of definitions used in the FAR, eliminate redundant or conflicting definitions, and make definitions easier to find. This regulatory action was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993, and is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
| Action | Date | FR Cite |
| Final Action | 01/10/01 | 66 FR 2117 |
| Final Action Effective | 05/11/01 | 66 FR 14260 |
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:
No
Small Entities Affected:
No
Government Levels Affected:
Federal
Procurement:
This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact:
Laurie Duarte, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (MVRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 501-4755
Fax: 202 501-4067
Email: laurie.duarte@gsa.gov
RIN:
9000-AJ08