Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement; Describing Agency Needs, 27641-27642 [06-4471]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 71, No. 92 / Friday, May 12, 2006 / Rules and Regulations shall remain solely under that contract for purposes of Government inspection, acceptance, payment, and closeout; and (ii) Follow the procedures at PGI 204.7001(c). [FR Doc. 06–4465 Filed 5–11–06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 5001–08–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Defense Acquisition Regulations System 48 CFR Parts 211 and 252 [DFARS Case 2003–D073] Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement; Describing Agency Needs Defense Acquisition Regulations System, Department of Defense (DoD). ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: SUMMARY: DoD has issued a final rule amending the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) to update text pertaining to the use of specifications, standards, and data item descriptions in solicitations and contracts. This rule is a result of a transformation initiative undertaken by DoD to dramatically change the purpose and content of the DFARS. DATES: Effective Date: May 12, 2006. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ms. Robin Schulze, Defense Acquisition Regulations System, OUSD (AT&L) DPAP (DARS), IMD 3C132, 3062 Defense Pentagon, Washington, DC 20301–3062. Telephone (703) 602–0326; facsimile (703) 602–0350. Please cite DFARS Case 2003–D073. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: jlentini on PROD1PC65 with RULES A. Background DFARS Transformation is a major DoD initiative to dramatically change the purpose and content of the DFARS. The objective is to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the acquisition process, while allowing the acquisition workforce the flexibility to innovate. The transformed DFARS will contain only requirements of law, DoDwide policies, delegations of FAR authorities, deviations from FAR requirements, and policies/procedures that have a significant effect beyond the internal operating procedures of DoD or a significant cost or administrative impact on contractors or offerors. Additional information on the DFARS Transformation initiative is available at https://www.acq.osd.mil/dpap/dars/ dfars/transformation/index.htm. VerDate Aug<31>2005 16:08 May 11, 2006 Jkt 208001 This final rule is a result of the DFARS Transformation initiative. The DFARS changes— • Update references to the DoD 5000 series publications and the DoD database for specifications, standards, and data item descriptions; and • Delete procedures for use of specifications, standards, and data item descriptions and for use of Single Process Initiative processes instead of military or Federal specifications and standards. Text on these subjects has been relocated to the new DFARS companion resource, Procedures, Guidance, and Information, available at https://www.acq.osd.mil/dpap/dars/pgi. DoD published a proposed rule at 70 FR 35602 on June 21, 2005. DoD received no comments on the proposed rule. Therefore, DoD has adopted the proposed rule as a final rule without change. This rule was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993. B. Regulatory Flexibility Act DoD certifies that this final rule will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities within the meaning of the Regulatory Flexibility Act, 5 U.S.C. 601, et seq., because the rule updates and streamlines DFARS text, but makes no significant change to DoD policy regarding the use of requirements documents in solicitations and contracts. The Paperwork Reduction Act does not apply, because the rule does not impose any information collection requirements that require the approval of the Office of Management and Budget under 44 U.S.C. 3501, et seq. List of Subjects in 48 CFR Parts 211 and 252 Government procurement. Michele P. Peterson, Editor, Defense Acquisition Regulations System. Therefore, 48 CFR parts 211 and 252 are amended as follows: I 1. The authority citation for 48 CFR parts 211 and 252 continues to read as follows: Authority: 41 U.S.C. 421 and 48 CFR Chapter 1. PART 211—DESCRIBING AGENCY NEEDS 2. Section 211.002 is revised to read as follows: PO 00000 Frm 00059 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 Policy. All defense technology and acquisition programs in DoD are subject to the policies and procedures in DoDD 5000.1, The Defense Acquisition System, and DoDI 5000.2, Operation of the Defense Acquisition System. I 3. Sections 211.201 and 211.204 are revised to read as follows: 211.201 Identification and availability of specifications. Follow the procedures at PGI 211.201 for use of specifications, standards, and data item descriptions. 211.204 Solicitation provisions and contract clauses. (c) When contract performance requires use of specifications, standards, and data item descriptions that are not listed in the Acquisition Streamlining and Standardization Information System database, use provisions, as appropriate, substantially the same as those at— (i) 252.211–7001, Availability of Specifications, Standards, and Data Item Descriptions Not Listed in the Acquisition Streamlining and Standardization Information System (ASSIST), and Plans, Drawings, and Other Pertinent Documents; and (ii) 252.211–7002, Availability for Examination of Specifications, Standards, Plans, Drawings, Data Item Descriptions, and Other Pertinent Documents. 211.273–2 [Amended] 4. Section 211.273–2 is amended in paragraph (c) by removing ‘‘(see 211.273–3(c))’’. I 5. Section 211.273–3 is revised to read as follows: I C. Paperwork Reduction Act I 211.002 27641 211.273–3 Procedures. Follow the procedures at PGI 211.273–3 for encouraging the use of SPI processes instead of military or Federal specifications and standards. PART 252—SOLICITATION PROVISIONS AND CONTRACT CLAUSES 6. Section 252.211–7001 is amended by revising the section heading, clause title, and clause date to read as follows: I 252.211–7001 Availability of Specifications, Standards, and Data Item Descriptions Not Listed in the Acquisition Streamlining and Standardization Information System (ASSIST), and Plans, Drawings, and Other Pertinent Documents. * E:\FR\FM\12MYR1.SGM * * 12MYR1 * * 27642 Federal Register / Vol. 71, No. 92 / Friday, May 12, 2006 / Rules and Regulations AVAILABILITY OF SPECIFICATIONS, STANDARDS, AND DATA ITEM DESCRIPTIONS NOT LISTED IN THE ACQUISITION STREAMLINING AND STANDARDIZATION INFORMATION SYSTEM (ASSIST), AND PLANS, DRAWINGS, AND OTHER PERTINENT DOCUMENTS (MAY 2006) * * * * * [FR Doc. 06–4471 Filed 5–11–06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 5001–08–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Defense Acquisition Regulations System 48 CFR Parts 217 and 252 [DFARS Case 2003–D079] Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement; Special Contracting Methods Defense Acquisition Regulations System, Department of Defense (DoD). ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: SUMMARY: DoD has issued a final rule amending the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) to update text pertaining to the use of special contracting methods. This rule is a result of a transformation initiative undertaken by DoD to dramatically change the purpose and content of the DFARS. DATES: Effective Date: May 12, 2006. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ms. Robin Schulze, Defense Acquisition Regulations System, OUSD (AT&L) DPAP (DARS), IMD 3C132, 3062 Defense Pentagon, Washington, DC 20301–3062. Telephone (703) 602–0326; facsimile (703) 602–0350. Please cite DFARS Case 2003-D079. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: jlentini on PROD1PC65 with RULES A. Background DFARS Transformation is a major DoD initiative to dramatically change the purpose and content of the DFARS. The objective is to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the acquisition process, while allowing the acquisition workforce the flexibility to innovate. The transformed DFARS will contain only requirements of law, DoDwide policies, delegations of FAR authorities, deviations from FAR requirements, and policies/procedures that have a significant effect beyond the internal operating procedures of DoD or a significant cost or administrative impact on contractors or offerors. Additional information on the DFARS VerDate Aug<31>2005 16:08 May 11, 2006 Jkt 208001 Transformation initiative is available at https://www.acq.osd.mil/dpap/dars/ dfars/transformation/index.htm. This final rule is a result of the DFARS Transformation initiative. The DFARS changes— • Clarify text on the use of option clauses for industrial capability production planning; • Delete unnecessary text on determinations for interagency acquisitions under the Economy Act; • Delete restrictive requirements relating to the use of master agreements for vessel repair; • Delete obsolete procedures for acquisition of bakery and dairy products; • Lower the level for approval of profit on undefinitized contract actions for which substantial performance has been completed; and • Delete guidance on the use of options; and procedures for preparation of master agreements and job orders, for breakout and acquisition of spare parts, and for acquisition of work over and above contract requirements. Text on these subjects has been relocated to the new DFARS companion resource, Procedures, Guidance, and Information (PGI), available at https:// www.acq.osd.mil/dpap/dars/pgi. DoD published a proposed rule at 70 FR 54695 on September 16, 2005. DoD received no comments on the proposed rule. Therefore, DoD has adopted the proposed rule as a final rule without change. This rule was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993. B. Regulatory Flexibility Act C. Paperwork Reduction Act The Paperwork Reduction Act does not apply, because the rule does not impose any information collection requirements that require the approval of the Office of Management and Budget under 44 U.S.C. 3501, et seq. Frm 00060 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 Government procurement. Michele P. Peterson, Editor, Defense Acquisition Regulations System. Therefore, 48 CFR parts 217 and 252 are amended as follows: I 1. The authority citation for 48 CFR parts 217 and 252 continues to read as follows: I Authority: 41 U.S.C. 421 and 48 CFR Chapter 1. PART 217—SPECIAL CONTRACTING METHODS 2. Section 217.202 is revised to read as follows: I 217.202 Use of options. See PGI 217.202 for guidance on the use of options. 217.208 [Amended] 3. Section 217.208 is amended in the first sentence by revising the parenthetical to read ‘‘(10 U.S.C. 2305(a)(5))’’. I 4. Section 217.208–70 is amended by revising paragraph (b) introductory text and paragraph (b)(1) to read as follows: I 217.208–70 Additional clauses. * * * * * (b) When a surge option is needed in support of industrial capability production planning, use the clause at 252.217–7001, Surge Option, in solicitations and contracts. (1) Insert the percentage of increase the option represents in paragraph (a) of the clause to ensure adequate quantities are available to meet item requirements. * * * * * 217.503 [Removed] 5. Section 217.503 is removed. 6. Sections 217.7103 and 217.7103–1 are revised to read as follows: I DoD certifies that this final rule will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities within the meaning of the Regulatory Flexibility Act, 5 U.S.C. 601, et seq., because the rule updates and streamlines DFARS text, but makes no significant change to DoD contracting policy. PO 00000 List of Subjects in 48 CFR Parts 217 and 252 I 217.7103 orders. Master agreements and job 217.7103–1 Content and format of master agreements. Follow the procedures at PGI 217.7103–1 for preparation of master agreements. I 7. Section 217.7103–3 is amended by revising paragraph (b) and removing paragraphs (c) through (f). The revised text reads as follows: 217.7103–3 orders. * E:\FR\FM\12MYR1.SGM * * 12MYR1 Solicitations for job * *

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[Federal Register Volume 71, Number 92 (Friday, May 12, 2006)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 27641-27642]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 06-4471]


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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

Defense Acquisition Regulations System

48 CFR Parts 211 and 252

[DFARS Case 2003-D073]


Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement; Describing 
Agency Needs

AGENCY: Defense Acquisition Regulations System, Department of Defense 
(DoD).

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: DoD has issued a final rule amending the Defense Federal 
Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) to update text pertaining to 
the use of specifications, standards, and data item descriptions in 
solicitations and contracts. This rule is a result of a transformation 
initiative undertaken by DoD to dramatically change the purpose and 
content of the DFARS.

DATES: Effective Date: May 12, 2006.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ms. Robin Schulze, Defense Acquisition 
Regulations System, OUSD (AT&L) DPAP (DARS), IMD 3C132, 3062 Defense 
Pentagon, Washington, DC 20301-3062. Telephone (703) 602-0326; 
facsimile (703) 602-0350. Please cite DFARS Case 2003-D073.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

A. Background

    DFARS Transformation is a major DoD initiative to dramatically 
change the purpose and content of the DFARS. The objective is to 
improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the acquisition process, 
while allowing the acquisition workforce the flexibility to innovate. 
The transformed DFARS will contain only requirements of law, DoD-wide 
policies, delegations of FAR authorities, deviations from FAR 
requirements, and policies/procedures that have a significant effect 
beyond the internal operating procedures of DoD or a significant cost 
or administrative impact on contractors or offerors. Additional 
information on the DFARS Transformation initiative is available at 
https://www.acq.osd.mil/dpap/dars/dfars/transformation/index.htm.
    This final rule is a result of the DFARS Transformation initiative. 
The DFARS changes--
     Update references to the DoD 5000 series publications and 
the DoD database for specifications, standards, and data item 
descriptions; and
     Delete procedures for use of specifications, standards, 
and data item descriptions and for use of Single Process Initiative 
processes instead of military or Federal specifications and standards. 
Text on these subjects has been relocated to the new DFARS companion 
resource, Procedures, Guidance, and Information, available at https://
www.acq.osd.mil/dpap/dars/pgi.
    DoD published a proposed rule at 70 FR 35602 on June 21, 2005. DoD 
received no comments on the proposed rule. Therefore, DoD has adopted 
the proposed rule as a final rule without change.
    This rule was not subject to Office of Management and Budget review 
under Executive Order 12866, dated September 30, 1993.

B. Regulatory Flexibility Act

    DoD certifies that this final rule will not have a significant 
economic impact on a substantial number of small entities within the 
meaning of the Regulatory Flexibility Act, 5 U.S.C. 601, et seq., 
because the rule updates and streamlines DFARS text, but makes no 
significant change to DoD policy regarding the use of requirements 
documents in solicitations and contracts.

C. Paperwork Reduction Act

    The Paperwork Reduction Act does not apply, because the rule does 
not impose any information collection requirements that require the 
approval of the Office of Management and Budget under 44 U.S.C. 3501, 
et seq.

List of Subjects in 48 CFR Parts 211 and 252

    Government procurement.

Michele P. Peterson,
Editor, Defense Acquisition Regulations System.
    Therefore, 48 CFR parts 211 and 252 are amended as follows:

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1. The authority citation for 48 CFR parts 211 and 252 continues to 
read as follows:

    Authority: 41 U.S.C. 421 and 48 CFR Chapter 1.

PART 211--DESCRIBING AGENCY NEEDS

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2. Section 211.002 is revised to read as follows:

211.002 Policy.

    All defense technology and acquisition programs in DoD are subject 
to the policies and procedures in DoDD 5000.1, The Defense Acquisition 
System, and DoDI 5000.2, Operation of the Defense Acquisition System.

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3. Sections 211.201 and 211.204 are revised to read as follows:

211.201 Identification and availability of specifications.

    Follow the procedures at PGI 211.201 for use of specifications, 
standards, and data item descriptions.

211.204 Solicitation provisions and contract clauses.

    (c) When contract performance requires use of specifications, 
standards, and data item descriptions that are not listed in the 
Acquisition Streamlining and Standardization Information System 
database, use provisions, as appropriate, substantially the same as 
those at--
    (i) 252.211-7001, Availability of Specifications, Standards, and 
Data Item Descriptions Not Listed in the Acquisition Streamlining and 
Standardization Information System (ASSIST), and Plans, Drawings, and 
Other Pertinent Documents; and
    (ii) 252.211-7002, Availability for Examination of Specifications, 
Standards, Plans, Drawings, Data Item Descriptions, and Other Pertinent 
Documents.

211.273-2 [Amended]

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4. Section 211.273-2 is amended in paragraph (c) by removing ``(see 
211.273-3(c))''.

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5. Section 211.273-3 is revised to read as follows:

211.273-3 Procedures.

    Follow the procedures at PGI 211.273-3 for encouraging the use of 
SPI processes instead of military or Federal specifications and 
standards.

PART 252--SOLICITATION PROVISIONS AND CONTRACT CLAUSES

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6. Section 252.211-7001 is amended by revising the section heading, 
clause title, and clause date to read as follows:

252.211-7001 Availability of Specifications, Standards, and Data Item 
Descriptions Not Listed in the Acquisition Streamlining and 
Standardization Information System (ASSIST), and Plans, Drawings, and 
Other Pertinent Documents.

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AVAILABILITY OF SPECIFICATIONS, STANDARDS, AND DATA ITEM DESCRIPTIONS 
NOT LISTED IN THE ACQUISITION STREAMLINING AND STANDARDIZATION 
INFORMATION SYSTEM (ASSIST), AND PLANS, DRAWINGS, AND OTHER PERTINENT 
DOCUMENTS (MAY 2006)
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