[The Regulatory Plan and Unified Agenda of Federal Regulations]
[Department of Defense / General Services Administration / National Aeronautics and Space Administration Federal Aquisitions Regulations (FAR)  and Semiannual Regulatory Agenda]
[From the U.S. Government Printing Office, www.gpo.gov]


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Part XLVII





Department of Defense

General Services Administration

National Aeronautics and Space Administration





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Federal Acquisition Regulation;



Semiannual Regulatory Agenda


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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE/GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION 
NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION (FAR)                    
  
  
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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

48 CFR Ch. 1

Semiannual Agenda

AGENCIES: Department of Defense (DoD), General Services Administration 
(GSA), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).

ACTION: Semiannual agenda.

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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. Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, 
Room 4037, 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 and prescribe 
the FAR system. Revisions to the FAR are made through periodic issuance 
of Federal Acquisition Circulars (FACs).

Dated: September 6, 1994.

Albert A. Vicchiolla,

Director, Office of Federal Acquisition Policy.

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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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  Number                                                                                               Number   
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4775        FAR Case 91-111, Commercially Available Government Furnished Material.................    9000-AF95 
4776        FAR Case 91-114, Use of Government Facilities on a No-Charge Basis....................    9000-AF96 
4777        FAR Case 93-5, Employee Compensation Costs............................................    9000-AF97 
4778        FAR Case 93-6, Legislative Lobbying Costs.............................................    9000-AF98 
4779        FAR Case 93-20, Records Retention.....................................................    9000-AF99 
4780        FAR Case 93-22, Travel Costs..........................................................    9000-AG00 
4781        FAR Case 93-615, Use of Convict Labor.................................................    9000-AG02 
4782        FAR Case 91-78, Small Business Subcontracting Reporting...............................    9000-AG04 
4783        FAR Case 92-31, Quality Assurance Actions, Electronic Screening.......................    9000-AG06 
4784        FAR Case 92-39, Master Subcontracting Plans...........................................    9000-AG07 
4785        FAR Case 92-44, Reconditioned Material................................................    9000-AG08 
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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4786        FAR Case 88-56, CBLs Under Cost Reimbursement-Type Contracts, Audit by GSA............    9000-AC67 
4787        FAR Case 88-70, U.S.-Canada Free-Trade Agreement Implementation Act of 1988...........    9000-AC80 
4788        FAR Case 89-12, Pay-As-You-Go Pension Costs...........................................    9000-AC90 
4789        FAR Case 89-23, Procurement Integrity.................................................    9000-AD01 
4790        FAR Case 89-42, Liquidated Damages....................................................    9000-AD20 
4791        FAR Case 89-89, Debarment, Suspension, and Ineligibility..............................    9000-AD72 
4792        FAR Case 89-93, Implementation of the Anti-Lobbying Statute...........................    9000-AD76 
4793        FAR Case 90-17, Exemptions From Cost or Pricing Data..................................    9000-AD89 
4794        FAR Case 90-34, Transfer of Government Property.......................................    9000-AE06 
4795        FAR Case 90-52, Evaluation Factors....................................................    9000-AE21 
4796        FAR Case 90-53, Contractors' Purchasing System Reviews................................    9000-AE22 
4797        FAR Case 90-54, Defective Pricing.....................................................    9000-AE23 
4798        FAR Case 90-62, Construction Contracting..............................................    9000-AE30 
4799        FAR Case 91-31, Contract Award-Sealed Bidding.........................................    9000-AE41 
4800        FAR Case 91-27, Performance and Payment Bonds.........................................    9000-AE47 
4801        FAR Case 91-13, Acquisition of Utility Services.......................................    9000-AE48 
4802        FAR Case 91-28, Indian-Owned Enterprises..............................................    9000-AE52 
4803        FAR Case 91-11, Shipments to Ports and Air Terminals..................................    9000-AE57 
4804        FAR Case 91-9, Acquisition of Helium..................................................    9000-AE58 
4805        FAR Case 91-18, Multiyear Contracting.................................................    9000-AE65 
4806        FAR Case 91-39, Voluntary Refunds.....................................................    9000-AE68 
4807        FAR Case 91-42, Post-Retirement Benefits Transition Costs.............................    9000-AE69 
4808        FAR Case 91-20, Notification of Ownership Changes.....................................    9000-AE72 
4809        FAR Case 91-45, Advance Agreements, Composition of Total Cost, and Accounting for                   
            Unallowable Costs.....................................................................    9000-AE81 
4810        FAR Case 91-61, Small Business Concern Representation.................................    9000-AE84 
4811        FAR Case 91-6, Lease With Option To Purchase..........................................    9000-AE86 
4812        FAR Case 92-18, Cost Accounting Standards.............................................    9000-AF04 
4813        FAR Case 91-84, Revision to Standard Form 18, Request for Quotations..................    9000-AF29 
4814        FAR Case 91-106, Child Care Services..................................................    9000-AF31 
4815        FAR Case 92-36, Walsh-Healey Definitions..............................................    9000-AF34 
4816        FAR Case 92-301, Federal Courts Administration Act....................................    9000-AF35 
4817        FAR Case 92-616, Service of Protest...................................................    9000-AF36 
4818        FAR Case 93-606, Implementation of MOU Between the USA and the EEC on Government                    
            Procurement and Sanctions Imposed on the European Economic Community..................    9000-AF39 
4819        FAR Case 93-301, Made in America Labels; FAR Case 93-306, Unfair Trade Practices......    9000-AF40 
4820        FAR Case 92-46, Prompt Payment Overseas...............................................    9000-AF41 
4821        FAR Case 92-45, Interest Clause Revisions.............................................    9000-AF44 
4822        FAR Case 92-19, Subcontracting Plans..................................................    9000-AF45 
4823        FAR Case 92-51, Inherently Governmental Functions.....................................    9000-AF46 
4824        FAR Case 91-95, Postponement of Bid Openings or Closing Dates.........................    9000-AF48 
4825        FAR Case 91-104, Electronic Contracting...............................................    9000-AF50 
4826        FAR Case 93-305, Small Business Innovation Research Rights in Data....................    9000-AF54 
4827        FAR Case 91-102, Inconsistencies - Termination for Convenience........................    9000-AF55 
4828        FAR Case 92-612, Qualification Requirements...........................................    9000-AF56 
4829        FAR Case 92-615, Debarment and Suspension Certificate.................................    9000-AF57 
4830        FAR Case 93-2, Past Performance Information...........................................    9000-AF58 
4831        FAR Case 93-310, Implementation of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)                  
            Implementation Act....................................................................    9000-AF60 
4832        FAR Case 91-91, Prompt Payment Act....................................................    9000-AF61 
4833        FAR Case 91-57, Disposal of Government Property.......................................    9000-AF62 
4834        FAR Case 91-68, Consent to Subcontract................................................    9000-AF63 
4835        FAR Case 91-93, Special Tooling Under Fixed-Price Contracts...........................    9000-AF66 
4836        FAR Case 91-101, Storage of Contract Files............................................    9000-AF67 
4837        FAR Case 91-103, Final Indirect Cost Agreements.......................................    9000-AF68 
4838        FAR Case 91-107, Certificate of Competency............................................    9000-AF70 
4839        FAR Case 91-108, Javits-Wagner-O'Day Program..........................................    9000-AF71 
4840        FAR Case 91-109, Architect-Engineer Services..........................................    9000-AF72 
4841        FAR Case 92-2, Subcontract Proposal Audits............................................    9000-AF74 
4842        FAR Case 92-7, Collective Bargaining Agreement, Contingency Clauses...................    9000-AF75 
4843        FAR Case 92-9, Revisions to Standard Forms 1414 and 1415..............................    9000-AF76 
4844        FAR Case 92-10, Nonprofit Institutions Clause Prescription............................    9000-AF77 
4845        FAR Case 92-14, Insurance--Liability to Third Persons.................................    9000-AF78 
4846        FAR Case 92-17, Overhead Should-Cost Reviews..........................................    9000-AF79 
4847        FAR Case 92-27, Quality Assurance Nonconformance......................................    9000-AF80 
4848        FAR Case 92-33, Price Competition Exemption...........................................    9000-AF81 
4849        FAR Case 92-40, Contractors' Purchasing Systems Reviews and Subcontractor Consent.....    9000-AF82 
4850        FAR Case 92-48, Fluctuating Exchange Rates............................................    9000-AF83 
4851        FAR Case 92-602, Revision to Optional Form 17, Sealed Bid Label.......................    9000-AF84 
4852        FAR Case 92-604, Nonallowability of Excise Taxes on Nondeductible Contributions to                  
            Deferred Compensation Plans...........................................................    9000-AF85 
4853        FAR Case 92-622, Paper and Envelopes..................................................    9000-AF86 
4854        FAR Case 93-8, National Security......................................................    9000-AF87 
4855        FAR Case 93-15, Small Purchase References.............................................    9000-AF88 
4856        FAR Case 93-29, Defense Technical Information Center..................................    9000-AF89 
4857        FAR Case 93-604, Training for Contracting Personnel...................................    9000-AF90 
4858        FAR Case 93-609, Section 4c Price Adjustments.........................................    9000-AF91 
4859        FAR Case 93-610, Procurement from People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled...........    9000-AF92 
4860        FAR Case 93-618, Prohibition of Department of Labor Implementation/Administration of                
            Davis-Bacon Helper Regulations Pursuant to FY 1994 Appropriations Act.................    9000-AF93 
4861        FAR Case 93-27, Cost Accounting Standards Thresholds and Applicability................    9000-AG01 
4862        FAR Case 94-602, GSBCA Rules..........................................................    9000-AG03 
4863        FAR Case 92-628, Small Business and Small Disadvantaged Business Subcontracting Plan..    9000-AG09 
4864        FAR Case 92-302, Small Business Competitiveness Demonstration Program.................    9000-AG10 
4865        FAR Case 93-304, Defense Production Act Amendments....................................    9000-AG11 
4866        FAR Case 93-309, Advance Payment Reporting............................................    9000-AG12 
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  Number                                                                                               Number   
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4867        FAR Case 89-88, Allowability of Value Engineering Costs...............................    9000-AD71 
4868        FAR Case 90-31, Certification Challenge to BAA, TAA Balance of Payments Program                     
            Certificate...........................................................................    9000-AE03 
4869        FAR Case 90-32, Government Credit Cards...............................................    9000-AE04 
4870        FAR Case 91-32, Specifications, Standards, and Other Purchase Descriptions............    9000-AE43 
4871        FAR Case 90-67, Preproduction Startup Costs...........................................    9000-AE75 
4872        FAR Case 90-59, Subcontract Pricing...................................................    9000-AE78 
4873        FAR Case 91-85, Service Contracting...................................................    9000-AF05 
4874        FAR Case 91-51, Hazardous Warning Labels..............................................    9000-AF27 
4875        FAR Case 91-82, Blanket Purchase Agreements Invoicing for Food Products...............    9000-AF47 
4876        FAR Case 91-100, Defective Cost or Pricing Data.......................................    9000-AF49 
4877        FAR Case 91-72, Government Property...................................................    9000-AF64 
4878        FAR Case 91-83, Government Property...................................................    9000-AF65 
4879        FAR Case 91-105, First Article Testing and Approval...................................    9000-AF69 
4880        FAR Case 91-112, Civil Defense Costs, Plant Protection Costs, and Recruitment Costs...    9000-AF73 
4881        FAR Case 91-71, Administration of Cost Accounting Standards...........................    9000-AF94 
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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE/GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATIOProposed Rule Stage
NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION (FAR)
  
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4775.  FAR CASE 91-111, COMMERCIALLY AVAILABLE GOVERNMENT 
FURNISHED MATERIAL

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 45.303-1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Rule revises 45.303-1, Policy, to require contractors to 
provide all material (especially general purpose, off-the-shelf 
commercial property) for performing Government contracts, except when 
Government-furnished material is necessary to achieve significant 
economy, standardization, or expedited production, or when it is 
otherwise in the Government's interest. Also, material to be furnished 
by the Government shall be listed in the contract.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            09/02/94                    59 FR 45657
NPRM Comment Period End         11/01/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF95
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4776.  FAR CASE 91-114, USE OF GOVERNMENT FACILITIES ON A NO-
CHARGE BASIS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 45.106; 48 CFR 52.245-2 to 52.245-5; 48 CFR 
52.245-7; 48 CFR 52.245-10; 48 CFR 52.245-13; 48 CFR 52.245-0; 48 CFR 
52.245-00

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rule adds new clauses entitled, ``Schedule of Government-
Furnished Property,'' and ``Use of a No-Charge Basis--Government 
Facilities, Special Test Equipment and Special Tooling.'' The existing 
Government property clauses 52.245-2, 52.245-3, 52.245-4, 52.245-5, 
52.245-7, 52.245-10, and 52.245-13 have been changed to reference the 
``Schedule of Government-Furnished Property'' clause.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            09/02/94                    59 FR 45657
NPRM Comment Period End         11/01/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF96
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4777.  FAR CASE 93-5, EMPLOYEE COMPENSATION COSTS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 22.101-2; 48 CFR 31.001; 48 CFR 31.205-6; 48 CFR 
42.302(a)(1); 48 CFR 42.1300 to 42.1306

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Cost allowability criteria for employee compensation costs 
are amended.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF97
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4778.  FAR CASE 93-6, LEGISLATIVE LOBBYING COSTS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 31.205-22; 48 CFR 31.205-30

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The allowability criteria for contractor legislative lobbying 
costs are amended.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            09/16/94                    59 FR 47776
NPRM Comment Period End         11/15/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF98
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4779.  FAR CASE 93-20, RECORDS RETENTION

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 31.201-2

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The allowability criteria for contract costs are amended to 
clarify availability of records issues.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            09/16/94                    59 FR 47776
NPRM Comment Period End         11/15/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat, 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF99
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4780.  FAR CASE 93-22, TRAVEL COSTS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 31.205-46

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The allowability criteria for contractor travel costs are 
amended.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            09/16/94                    59 FR 47777
NPRM Comment Period End         11/15/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS - FAR Secretariat, 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AG00
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4781.  FAR CASE 93-615, USE OF CONVICT LABOR

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 22.201; 48 CFR 52.222-3

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rule proposes to revise the FAR coverage at 22.201, 
22.202, and 52.222-3 to remove all references to 18 USC 4082(c)(2), 
include the stipulation required by Executive Order 11755, as amended, 
in the clause at 52.222-3 for the convenience of users of the FAR, and 
add the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands to the covered 
jurisdictions as required by Executive Order 12608.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            09/06/94                    59 FR 46020
NPRM Comment Period End         11/07/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AG02
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4782.  FAR CASE 91-78, SMALL BUSINESS SUBCONTRACTING REPORTING

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  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.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            09/26/94                    59 FR 49037
NPRM Comment Period End         11/25/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AG04
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4783.  FAR CASE 92-31, QUALITY ASSURANCE ACTIONS, ELECTRONIC 
SCREENING

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 46.101

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule revises 46.101, Definitions, to include definitions 
of the terms ``latent defect'' and ``patent defect.'' The case 
implements a DODIG mediation agreement on Audit Report 92-099, Quality 
Assurance Actions Resulting from Electronic Component Screening.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            09/08/94                    59 FR 46386
NPRM Comment Period End         11/07/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AG06
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4784.  FAR CASE 92-39, MASTER SUBCONTRACTING PLANS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 19.704(b); 48 CFR 52.219-9

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council are proposing to amend the FAR to 
permit master subcontracting plans to be written for a 3-year period 
and to emphasize that it is incumbent upon contractors to maintain and 
update master plans.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            09/08/94                    59 FR 46385
NPRM Comment Period End         11/07/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AG07
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4785.  FAR CASE 92-44, RECONDITIONED MATERIAL

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 10.010; 48 CFR 10.011; 48 CFR 52.210-5; 48 CFR 
52.210-7

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council are proposing to amend the FAR to 
combine the clauses at 52.210-5 and 52.210-7 as an acquisition 
streamlining measure.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            09/06/94                    59 FR 46019
NPRM Comment Period End         11/07/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AG08
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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE/GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION  Final Rule Stage
NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION (FAR)
  
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4786. FAR CASE 88-56, CBLS UNDER COST REIMBURSEMENT-TYPE CONTRACTS, AUDIT 
BY GSA

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 47; 48 CFR 52

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To amend the FAR by requiring agencies to ensure that 
contractors, doing business with the U.S. Government under a cost-
reimbursement contract (CRC), submit paid freight bills/ invoices, 
CBL's, passenger coupons, and other supporting documentation to GSA for 
audit. The rule clarifies GSA's audit function and establishes 
procedures for the submission of the above referenced documentation. 
The rule includes a requirement that cost-reimbursement contractors 
submit for audit those CBL's with freight shipment charges exceeding 
$50.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            03/28/94                    59 FR 14467
NPRM Comment Period End         05/27/94
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AC67
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4787. FAR CASE 88-70, U.S.-CANADA FREE-TRADE AGREEMENT IMPLEMENTATION ACT 
OF 1988

Legal Authority:  PL 100-449

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 25; 48 CFR 52

Legal Deadline:  Other, Statutory, January 1, 1989.
Other deadline is for an interim final rule.

Abstract: An interim rule for this case was published December 30, 
1988, and remains in effect. Notwithstanding, this interim rule is no 
longer needed because of revisions made in FAR case 93-310, North 
American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) Implementation Act, which was 
published as an interim rule on January 5, 1994 (59 FR 544). Due to the 
implementation of NAFTA, the U.S.-Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA) 
has been suspended so long as NAFTA remains in effect. Accordingly, FAR 
case 88-70 was closed into FAR case 93-310 and the decision has been 
made to withdraw the CFTA associated rule.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              12/30/88                    53 FR 53340
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AC80
_______________________________________________________________________

4788. FAR CASE 89-12, PAY-AS-YOU-GO PENSION COSTS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 30; 48 CFR 31

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To amend the FAR to revise the cost allowability criteria for 
pension costs.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/29/89                    54 FR 13022
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AC90
_______________________________________________________________________

4789. FAR CASE 89-23, PROCUREMENT INTEGRITY

Legal Authority:  41 USC 423

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 1; 48 CFR 3; 48 CFR 4; 48 CFR 9; 48 CFR 15; 48 
CFR 37; 48 CFR 43; 48 CFR 52

Legal Deadline:  Other, Statutory, July 16, 1989.
Other deadline is for an interim final rule.

Abstract: To amend the FAR to implement the procurement integrity 
requirements of section 27 of the Office of Federal Procurement Policy 
Act.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/27/89                    54 FR 12556
Interim Final Rule              05/11/89                    54 FR 20488
Suspension of Interim Final Rule12/08/89                    54 FR 50718
Interim Final Rule - 2nd 
Publication                     09/06/90                    55 FR 36782
Interim Final Rule Effective    09/06/90
Amendment to Interim Final Rule 11/30/90                    55 FR 49852
Amendment to Interim Final Rule 
Effective                       12/30/90
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AD01
_______________________________________________________________________

4790. FAR CASE 89-42, LIQUIDATED DAMAGES

Legal Authority:  PL 100-656, Sec 304

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 19; 48 CFR 52

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amends the FAR to require a prime contractor to pay 
liquidated damages upon a lack of good faith effort to meet its small 
business subcontracting goals.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              07/21/89                    54 FR 30703
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AD20
_______________________________________________________________________

4791. FAR CASE 89-89, DEBARMENT, SUSPENSION, AND INELIGIBILITY

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 9

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To amend the FAR to address the treatment of orders placed 
under indefinite delivery type contractual arrangements, basic 
agreements, and basic ordering agreements for purposes of debarment/
suspension.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/04/90                      55 FR 416
NPRM Comment Period End         03/05/90
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AD72
_______________________________________________________________________

4792. FAR CASE 89-93, IMPLEMENTATION OF THE ANTI-LOBBYING STATUTE

Legal Authority:  PL 101-121, Sec 319

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 3; 48 CFR 52

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To amend the FAR to implement section 319 of PL 101-121, 
which added a new section 1352 to title 31 USC 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.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/30/90                     55 FR 3190
Final Action                    00/00/00

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AD76
_______________________________________________________________________

4793. FAR CASE 90-17, EXEMPTIONS FROM COST OR PRICING DATA

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 8; 48 CFR 15; 48 CFR 31; 48 CFR 52; 48 CFR 53

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To amend the FAR to address the requirement for claiming and 
granting catalog price exemptions from the requirements for submission 
of certified cost or pricing data, and the policies regarding price 
negotiation.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/06/90                    55 FR 36774
NPRM Comment Period End         11/06/90
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AD89
_______________________________________________________________________

4794. FAR CASE 90-34, TRANSFER OF GOVERNMENT PROPERTY

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 45

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To amend the FAR to ensure that Government property is 
transferred and documented properly upon termination or completion of a 
contract.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/27/90                    55 FR 26344
NPRM Comment Period End         08/27/90
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AE06
_______________________________________________________________________

4795. FAR CASE 90-52, EVALUATION FACTORS

Legal Authority:  PL 99-661, Sec 924(a)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 15.605

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council have agreed to amend FAR 15.605 to 
state that quality shall be considered in planning every source 
selection and, if appropriate, included as an evaluation factor. This 
change will better implement the requirements of Pub. L. 99-661, sec. 
924(a).

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/07/90                    55 FR 46930
NPRM Comment Period End         01/07/91
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AE21
_______________________________________________________________________

4796. FAR CASE 90-53, CONTRACTORS' PURCHASING SYSTEM REVIEWS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 44.302; 48 CFR 44.304

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council have agreed to revise FAR 44.302(b) and 
44.304(a) and (b) concerning contractors' purchasing systems reviews 
(CPSR's). These revisions continue the current trend to streamline the 
acquisition process, reduce contractor oversight, and to eliminate or 
reduce regulatory burdens on both the contracting officers and 
contractors.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/23/90                    55 FR 42810
NPRM Comment Period End         12/24/90
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AE22
_______________________________________________________________________

4797. FAR CASE 90-54, DEFECTIVE PRICING

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 15.804-7

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council have agreed to revise the policies 
affecting defective pricing reductions. Review of the Defense Federal 
Acquisition Regulation Supplement indicated that there were policies 
which had value beyond use solely within the Department of Defense and 
which should be made applicable Governmentwide.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/06/90                    55 FR 50534
NPRM Comment Period End         02/03/91
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AE23
_______________________________________________________________________

4798. FAR CASE 90-62, CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTING

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 36.521 to 36.523; 48 CFR 52.236-21; 48 CFR 
52.236-26; 48 CFR 52.236-27

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council are considering changes to FAR 36.5 by 
revising 36.521 and adding provisions at 36.522 and 36.523. These 
proposed changes are intended to include in the FAR two clauses and one 
provision appropriate for use in fixed-price construction contracts, 
and in contracts for dismantling, demolition, or removal of 
improvement, which were found to be beneficial to both contractors and 
the Department of Defense, and which will similarly benefit civilian 
agencies and their contractors.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/31/91                     56 FR 3954
NPRM Comment Period End         04/01/91
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AE30
_______________________________________________________________________

4799. FAR CASE 91-31, CONTRACT AWARD-SEALED BIDDING

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 52

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To amend the FAR to revise the provision 52.214-19 to include 
the language regarding unbalanced bidding now contained in the 
provisions at 52.214-10 and 52.215-16. This will make the language in 
all three provisions consistent.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/27/91                    56 FR 29539
NPRM Comment Period End         08/26/91
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AE41
_______________________________________________________________________

4800. FAR CASE 91-27, PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 28; 48 CFR 52

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To amend parts 28 and 52 to standardize policies governing 
bonding. The principal revisions include adding standard clauses when 
performance or payment bonds are required, and a standard form, 
Performance and Payment Bonds--Other Than Construction.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/09/91                    56 FR 31278
NPRM Comment Period End         09/09/91
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AE47
_______________________________________________________________________

4801. FAR CASE 91-13, ACQUISITION OF UTILITY SERVICES

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 6; 48 CFR 8; 48 CFR 15; 48 CFR 41; 48 CFR 52

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To revise FAR coverage currently in subpart 8.3 dealing with 
acquisition of utility services.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/22/91                    56 FR 23982
NPRM Comment Period End         07/23/91
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AE48
_______________________________________________________________________

4802. FAR CASE 91-28, INDIAN-OWNED ENTERPRISES

Legal Authority:  PL 100-442, Sec 7

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 26; 48 CFR 52

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To amend the FAR to allow contractors to recover certain 
costs of subcontracting with Indian organizations and Indian-owned 
economic enterprises.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              08/22/91                    56 FR 41728
Final Action                    00/00/00

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AE52
_______________________________________________________________________

4803. FAR CASE 91-11, SHIPMENTS TO PORTS AND AIR TERMINALS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 47; 48 CFR 52

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Defense Acquisition Regulations and Civilian Agency 
Acquisition Councils are proposing revisions to coverage at 47.305-6, 
52.247-51, and Alternate I of 52.247-51 of the FAR to require 
contracting officers to publish with the solicitation any available 
information on port handling and ocean charges.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/06/91                    56 FR 20573
NPRM Comment Period End         07/05/91
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AE57
_______________________________________________________________________

4804. FAR CASE 91-9, ACQUISITION OF HELIUM

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 8; 48 CFR 52

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Defense Acquisition Regulations and Civilian Agency 
Acquisition Councils are amending FAR Parts 8 and 52 to provide 
guidance in the procurement of helium. Public Law 86-777, the Helium 
Act, requires that all major helium requirements be purchased from the 
Secretary of the Interior. This includes the procurement of helium by 
Federal agencies as well as by contractors for use in Government 
contracts. The coverage will assist Government agencies and contractors 
in complying with the Helium Act (PL 86-777) by ensuring that 
contracting officers and contractors are aware of the requirement for 
using Bureau of Mines helium in Government contracts.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/09/91                    56 FR 21532
NPRM Comment Period End         07/08/91
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AE58
_______________________________________________________________________

4805. FAR CASE 91-18, MULTIYEAR CONTRACTING

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 17; 48 CFR 52

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To revise FAR part 17 and corresponding coverage in part 52 
to provide special provisions for use in multiyear contracts whereas 
the FAR now requires contracting officers to develop provisions for use 
in multiyear solicitations and contracts on an as needed basis. The 
intent of these changes is to reduce the administrative burden on 
contracting officers by supplying needed provisions and clauses that 
were required but not provided.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/03/91                    56 FR 20507
NPRM Comment Period End         07/02/91
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AE65
_______________________________________________________________________

4806. FAR CASE 91-39, VOLUNTARY REFUNDS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 32.6; 48 CFR 42.13

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To amend the FAR to add a new subpart 42.13 to provide 
guidance on solicitation and acceptance of voluntary refunds.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/15/91                    56 FR 40716
NPRM Comment Period End         10/15/91
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AE68
_______________________________________________________________________

4807. FAR CASE 91-42, POST-RETIREMENT BENEFITS TRANSITION COSTS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 31.205-6

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To amend in the FAR the cost principle on compensation cost 
to cover transition costs regarding allowability of Post-Retirement 
Benefits, other than pensions.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              08/22/91                    56 FR 41728
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AE69
_______________________________________________________________________

4808. FAR CASE 91-20, NOTIFICATION OF OWNERSHIP CHANGES

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 15; 48 CFR 52

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To amend the FAR to establish requirement for certain 
contractors to notify the Government when ownership of the contractor 
changes.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/23/91                    56 FR 23762
NPRM Comment Period End         07/22/91
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AE72
_______________________________________________________________________

4809. FAR CASE 91-45, ADVANCE AGREEMENTS, COMPOSITION OF TOTAL COST, AND 
ACCOUNTING FOR UNALLOWABLE COSTS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 31.109; 48 CFR 31.201-1; 48 CFR 31.201-6

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council are changing the Federal Acquisition 
Regulation (FAR) to amend sections 31.109, Advance agreements; 31.201-
1, Composition of total cost; and 31.201-6, Accounting for allowable 
costs. These changes represent the first in a series, resulting from 
the Councils' ongoing review of industry recommendations concerning FAR 
Part 31, Contract Cost Principles and Procedures.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/04/91                    56 FR 43739
NPRM Comment Period End         11/04/91
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AE81
_______________________________________________________________________

4810. FAR CASE 91-61, SMALL BUSINESS CONCERN REPRESENTATION

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 19.502-4; 48 CFR 52.219-1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council are amending the FAR to clarify 
language regarding an offeror's size status and to remove the 
requirement for offerors to certify that all supplies to be furnished 
will be manufactured by a small business in the United States.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/23/92                     57 FR 2820
NPRM Comment Period End         03/23/92
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AE84
_______________________________________________________________________

4811. FAR CASE 91-6, LEASE WITH OPTION TO PURCHASE

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 7.402; 48 CFR 7.404; 48 CFR 52.207-X

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council are proposing to amend the FAR to 
include information required to support a decision to use a lease with 
an option to purchase and outline the Government's right to purchase at 
any time during the performance of the contract.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/06/91                    56 FR 37404
NPRM Comment Period End         10/07/91
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AE86
_______________________________________________________________________

4812. FAR CASE 92-18, COST ACCOUNTING STANDARDS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 25; 48 CFR 30; 48 CFR 52

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim rule amends the policies on cost accounting 
standards to be consistent with the requirements of the Cost Accounting 
Standards Board.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              08/31/92                    57 FR 39586
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF04
_______________________________________________________________________

4813. FAR CASE 91-84, REVISION TO STANDARD FORM 18, REQUEST FOR 
QUOTATIONS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 53.301-18

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council revised the Standard Form 18, Request 
for Quotations, at 53.301-18 by deleting the Small Business Concern 
Representation and the Notice of Small Business Small-Purchase Set-
Aside from the reverse of the form and adding the Standard Industrial 
Classification Code and small business size standard to the face of the 
form.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC, 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF29
_______________________________________________________________________

4814. FAR CASE 91-106, CHILD CARE SERVICES

Legal Authority:  PL 101-647, sec 231; PL 102-190, sec 1094

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 37.101; 48 CFR 37.103

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council are amending the Federal Acquisition 
Regulation to add a definition of child care services and to require 
contracting officers to ensure that contracts for child care services 
include requirements for criminal history background checks of 
employees in accordance with 42 U.S.C. 13041.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF31
_______________________________________________________________________

4815. FAR CASE 92-36, WALSH-HEALEY DEFINITIONS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 22.606-2

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This revision adds a reference to the alternate ``regular 
dealer'' qualification requirements by information system integrators 
found in Department of Labor regulations.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF34
_______________________________________________________________________

4816. FAR CASE 92-301, FEDERAL COURTS ADMINISTRATION ACT

Legal Authority:  PL 102-572

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 33.201; 48 CFR 33.202; 48 CFR 33.204; 48 CFR 
33.207; 48 CFR 33.208; 48 CFR 33.210; 48 CFR 33.211; 48 CFR 33.214; 48 
CFR 42.302; 48 CFR 52.233-1

Legal Deadline:  Other, Statutory, October 29, 1992.
This RIN implements PL 102-572, sec 907(a) which was enacted on October 
29, 1992.

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council have agreed to revise Federal 
Acquisition Regulation Part 33 and the clause at 52.233-1 to implement 
the Administrative Disputes Resolution Act (PL 101-552) and the Federal 
Courts Administration Act of 1992 (PL 102-572). This revision will 
encourage the use of Alternative Dispute Resolution techniques and will 
resolve problems that have arisen under currently existing Contract 
Disputes Act resolution procedures.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/10/94                    59 FR 11380
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

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.
Additional Information: RIN 9000-AE96 was merged with this RIN and 
published as an interim rule in Federal Acquisition Circular 90-20.

Agency Contact: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF35
_______________________________________________________________________

4817. FAR CASE 92-616, SERVICE OF PROTEST

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 33.102; 48 CFR 52.233-2

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This revision amends the solicitation provision at 52.233-2, 
Service of Protest, to make it clear that the jurisdiction of the 
General Services Board of Contract Appeals is limited to protest 
regarding automatic data processing acquisitions conducted under 40 
U.S.C. 759.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF36
_______________________________________________________________________

4818. FAR CASE 93-606, IMPLEMENTATION OF MOU BETWEEN THE USA AND THE EEC 
ON GOVERNMENT PROCUREMENT AND SANCTIONS IMPOSED ON THE EUROPEAN ECONOMIC 
COMMUNITY

Legal Authority:  EO 12849

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 14.201-6; 48 CFR 15.407; 48 CFR 17.203(h); 48 CFR 
25.109; 48 CFR 25.202; 48 CFR 25.205; 48 CFR 25.4; 48 CFR 25.10; 48 CFR 
52.214-34; 48 CFR 52.214-35; 48 CFR 52.225-8; 48 CFR 52.225-9; 48 CFR 
52.225-15 to 52.225-19

Legal Deadline:  Other, Statutory, May 25, 1993.
RIN is based on publication of interim rule.

Abstract: The Department of Defense, General Services Administration, 
and National Aeronautics and Space Administration have agreed to an 
interim rule implementing the Memorandum of Understanding Between the 
United States of America and the European Economic Community on 
Government Procurement (MOU) and implementing the sanctions imposed by 
the President on the European Community (EC) prohibiting the award of 
certain contracts for EC products, services, and construction.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              05/28/93                    58 FR 31140
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF39
_______________________________________________________________________

4819. FAR CASE 93-301, MADE IN AMERICA LABELS; FAR CASE 93-306, UNFAIR 
TRADE PRACTICES

Legal Authority:  PL 102-558, sec 201; PL 102-558, sec 202

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 9.403; 48 CFR 9.406-2; 48 CFR 9.407-2

Legal Deadline:  Other, Statutory, October 28, 1992.
Based on interim rule with implementation date July 28, 1993.

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council have agreed to interim rules amending 
Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 9.403, 9.406, and 9.407 to 
implement sections 201 and 202 of the Defense Production Act (Pub. L. 
102-558). Section 201 directs that the FAR be amended to address the 
responsibility of contractors who engage in unfair trade practices as 
defined in section 201. Section 202 directs that the FAR be amended to 
address the responsibility of persons that intentionally affix a label 
bearing a fraudulent ``Made in America'' inscription to a product sold 
in or shipped to the United States.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/10/94                    59 FR 11371
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF40
_______________________________________________________________________

4820. FAR CASE 92-46, PROMPT PAYMENT OVERSEAS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 32.901; 48 CFR 52.232-25; 48 CFR 52.232-26

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim rule revises FAR 32.901 and amends the clauses 
at FAR 52.232-25, 52.232-26, and 52.232-27 to remove the statements 
that no interest penalty will be paid on contracts awarded to foreign 
vendors outside the United States for work performed outside the United 
States and to remove the definition of ``foreign vendor'' from the 
clauses.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/10/94                    59 FR 11379
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

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: Beverly Fayson, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), GSA (VRS - FAR 
Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF41
_______________________________________________________________________

4821. FAR CASE 92-45, INTEREST CLAUSE REVISIONS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 32.610; 48 CFR 32.613; 48 CFR 32.614-1; 48 CFR 
52.232-17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FAR 32.610(b)(2), 32.613(h)(3), 32.614-1(c), and the clause 
at 52.232-17 are amended to make it clear that the Cost Accounting 
Standards clauses at 52.230-2 and 52.230-3 provide for the use of 
different interest rates under different circumstances.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS - FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 
20405, 202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF44
_______________________________________________________________________

4822. FAR CASE 92-19, SUBCONTRACTING PLANS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 19.705-2(d); 48 CFR 19.708(b)(1); 48 CFR 52.219-9

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council are proposing amending the Federal 
Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to expand the circumstances described in 
FAR 19.705-2(d) when subcontracting plans may be required and 
negotiated with more than the apparently successful offeror and to 
prescribe in FAR 19.708 an Alternate II to the clause at 52.219-9, 
Small Business and Small Disadvantaged Business Subcontracting Plan, to 
be used when contracting by negotiation and subcontracting plans are 
required with initial proposals. The intent of this proposal is to 
ensure that small and small disadvantaged business concerns are being 
afforded the maximum practical subcontracting opportunities consistent 
with statutory requirements and acquisition objectives.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/06/94                    59 FR 16388
NPRM Comment Period End         06/06/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF45
_______________________________________________________________________

4823. FAR CASE 92-51, INHERENTLY GOVERNMENTAL FUNCTIONS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 7.000; 48 CFR 7.103; 48 CFR 7.105; 48 CFR 7.5; 48 
CFR 10.002; 48 CFR 37.102; 48 CFR 37.113

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council are proposing changes to the Federal 
Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to implement Office of Federal Procurement 
Policy (OFPP) Letter 92-1, Inherently Governmental Functions. The rule 
provides a definition of, and internal Government responsibilities and 
procedures relating to, inherently governmental functions.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/08/94                    59 FR 29696
NPRM Comment Period End         08/08/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF46
_______________________________________________________________________

4824. FAR CASE 91-95, POSTPONEMENT OF BID OPENINGS OR CLOSING DATES

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 14.402-3(c); 48 CFR 15.411(a); 48 CFR 15.412(b); 
48 CFR 52.214-7(h); 48 CFR 52.215-10

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council are proposing a change to FAR 14.402-3, 
15.412, and the clauses at 52.214-7, Late Submissions, Modifications, 
and Withdrawals of Bids, and 52.215-10, Late Submissions, 
Modifications, and Withdrawals of Proposals, to clarify the time of 
receipt of bids/proposals when an emergency or unanticipated event 
interrupts government processes for receiving mail at a Government 
installation on the date specified for receipt of bids/proposals.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/09/93                    58 FR 59618
NPRM Comment Period End         01/10/94
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF48
_______________________________________________________________________

4825. FAR CASE 91-104, ELECTRONIC CONTRACTING

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 2.101; 48 CFR 4.201; 48 CFR 4.3; 48 CFR 4.802; 48 
CFR 5.102; 48 CFR 5.207(c)(2)(xvi); 48 CFR 7.3; 48 CFR 8.4; 48 CFR 
9.206; 48 CFR 12.103(e); 48 CFR 13; 48 CFR 14; 48 CFR 15; 48 CFR 52; 48 
CFR 53; ...

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council are proposing to amend the Federal 
Acquisition Regulation to remove any barriers to the use of Electronic 
Data Interchange (EDI) in Government contracting.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/30/93                    58 FR 69588
NPRM Comment Period End         02/28/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF50
_______________________________________________________________________

4826. FAR CASE 93-305, SMALL BUSINESS INNOVATION RESEARCH RIGHTS IN DATA

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 52.227-20

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council have agreed to an interim rule that 
amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) under the clause Rights 
in Data-Small Business Innovation Research Program, to increase the 
small business concern's data rights retention period from 2 to 4 
years. This amendment implements Section 15(f) of the revised Small 
Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program Policy Directive, published 
by the Small Business Administration (SBA) in the Federal Register at 
58 FR 6144, January 26, 1993.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/10/94                    59 FR 11386
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF54
_______________________________________________________________________

4827. FAR CASE 91-102, INCONSISTENCIES - TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 52.249-2(e); 48 CFR 52.249-2(i)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition and the Defense Acquisition 
Regulations Councils are proposing changes to paragraphs (e) and (i) of 
the clause entitled ``Termination for Convenience of the Government 
(Fixed-Price)'' to clarify existing language and eliminate unnecessary 
language. Paragraph (e) is being revised to clarify that incremental 
payments may be involved in some instances such as a partial 
termination action; and paragraph (i) is being revised to clarify the 
two instances when the contractor forfeits its right of appeal.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/09/93                    58 FR 64826
NPRM Comment Period End         02/07/94
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF55
_______________________________________________________________________

4828. FAR CASE 92-612, QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 52.209-1(e)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition and Defense Acquisition 
Regulations Councils are proposing a change to the clause at FAR 
52.209-1, Qualification Requirements, to preclude rejection of a sealed 
bid solely because the bidder has not submitted evidence of 
qualification at the time of bid opening.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/01/93                    58 FR 63492
NPRM Comment Period End         01/31/94
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF56
_______________________________________________________________________

4829. FAR CASE 92-615, DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION CERTIFICATE

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 9.407-2(a)(3); 48 CFR 52.209-5

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council are proposing a revision to the FAR 
provision at 52.209-5 dealing with debarment and suspension by adding 
``tax evasion'' to the list of currently enumerated offenses for which 
the offeror must certify. Conforming changes are being made in FAR 
subpart 9.4 to specifically add ``tax evasion'' as a debarment or 
suspension cause.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/01/93                    58 FR 63494
NPRM Comment Period End         01/31/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF57
_______________________________________________________________________

4830. FAR CASE 93-2, PAST PERFORMANCE INFORMATION

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 9.104-1(c); 48 CFR 9.105-1(c); 48 CFR 15.605(b); 
48 CFR 15.608(a); 48 CFR 42.302(b); 48 CFR 42.15

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition and Defense Acquisition 
Regulations Councils are proposing a change to the Federal Acquisition 
Regulation to address requirements for use of past performance 
information in the contractor selection process.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/17/94                     59 FR 8108
NPRM Comment Period End         04/18/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF58
_______________________________________________________________________

4831. FAR CASE 93-310, IMPLEMENTATION OF THE NORTH AMERICAN FREE TRADE 
AGREEMENT (NAFTA) IMPLEMENTATION ACT

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 5.202(a); 48 CFR 14; 48 CFR 15; 48 CFR 25; 48 CFR 
52.225

Legal Deadline:  Other, Statutory, January 1, 1994.
Deadline is for an interim rule.

Abstract: The Department of Defense, General Services Administration, 
and National Aeronautics and Space Administration have agreed to an 
interim rule implementing the North American Free Trade Agreement 
(NAFTA) Implementation Act, Pub. L. 103-182.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/05/94                      59 FR 544
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF60
_______________________________________________________________________

4832.  FAR CASE 91-91, PROMPT PAYMENT ACT

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 32.102(d); 48 CFR 32.902; 48 CFR 32.903; 48 CFR 
32.904; 48 CFR 32.905; 48 CFR 32.906(a); 48 CFR 32.907-1; 48 CFR 
32.910; 48 CFR 52.232-5; 48 CFR 52.232-8(b); 48 CFR 52.232-25; 48 CFR 
52.232-26; 48 CFR 52.232-27; 48 CFR 52.232-28

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Revises FAR for compliance with OMB Circular A-125, Prompt 
Payment Act.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/06/94                    59 FR 23776
NPRM Comment Period End         07/05/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF61
_______________________________________________________________________

4833.  FAR CASE 91-57, DISPOSAL OF GOVERNMENT PROPERTY

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 45.603; 48 CFR 45.611(b); 48 CFR 52.245-2(j); 48 
CFR 52.245-4(e); 48 CFR 52.245-5(j); 48 CFR 52.245-7; 48 CFR 52.245-
11(l)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Revises 45.603, 45.611 and clauses 52.245-2, 52.245-4, 
52.245-5, 52.245-7, and 52.245-11. Rule adds paragraph which will 
reference Subpart 23.3, Hazardous Material Identification and Material 
Safety Data, and agency regulations in order to provide assistance to 
the contracting officer in identifying hazardous Government property; 
specifying that unless the contract states otherwise, the Government 
may abandon any non-hazardous contractor inventory in place, and the 
Government shall not abandon contractor inventory that is hazardous on 
the contractor's premises without the contractor's written consent; and 
including on the designated standard property clauses the requirement 
that the contractors promptly identify to the contracting officer any 
Government property considered hazardous upon notice that the 
Government intends to abandon the property.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/28/94                    59 FR 14464
NPRM Comment Period End         05/27/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF62
_______________________________________________________________________

4834.  FAR CASE 91-68, CONSENT TO SUBCONTRACT

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 44.201-1(b); 48 CFR 44.201-2(c) to 44.201-2(d); 
48 CFR 44.204(a)(3); 48 CFR 44.205; 48 CFR 52.244-1(e); 48 CFR 52.244-
2(d) to 52.244-2(e)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FAR 44.201-1(b), 44.201-2(c), and (d), 44.204(a)(3), and the 
clauses at 52.244-1 and 52.244-2 are revised to eliminate the exception 
for contracting officer consent for major systems and subsystems. 
Instead, contracting officers are allowed to specify in the contract 
schedule all subcontracts for major systems, subsystems, or components 
needing special surveillance for which consent to subcontract must be 
obtained by the prime contractor.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat, 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF63
_______________________________________________________________________

4835.  FAR CASE 91-93, SPECIAL TOOLING UNDER FIXED-PRICE 
CONTRACTS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 45.306-1(c); 48 CFR 45.306-5; 48 CFR 52.245-
2(c)(2) to 52.245-2(c)(3); 48 CFR 52.247-17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council are proposing revisions to the Federal 
Acquisition Regulation at FAR 45.306-1, 45.306-4, 45.306-5, 52.245-17, 
Special Tooling, and 52.245-2, Government Property, to reverse the 
Government's policy on managing and controlling special tooling for 
which the Government has the right to title.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/28/94                    59 FR 14462
NPRM Comment Period End         05/27/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF66
_______________________________________________________________________

4836.  FAR CASE 91-101, STORAGE OF CONTRACT FILES

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 4.703; 48 CFR 4.802

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council have approved language to be added at 
4.7 and 4.8 to permit the use of various media (papers, electronic, 
microfilm, etc.) for the storage of official contract files by 
contractors and contracting and contract administration offices.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF67
_______________________________________________________________________

4837.  FAR CASE 91-103, FINAL INDIRECT COST AGREEMENTS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 42.705-2(b); 48 CFR 52.216-13(c)(2)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council have proposed to amend the Federal 
Acquisition Regulation to eliminate certification of cost data for 
overhead rate proposals.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/28/94                    59 FR 14459
NPRM Comment Period End         05/27/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF68
_______________________________________________________________________

4838.  FAR CASE 91-107, CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 19.000(b); 48 CFR 19.601(d)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amends FAR to clarify the applicability of Certificate of 
Competency procedures.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF70
_______________________________________________________________________

4839.  FAR CASE 91-108, JAVITS-WAGNER-O'DAY PROGRAM

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 8.001(a)(2)(ii) & (iii); 48 CFR 8.001(c); 48 CFR 
8.003; 48 CFR 51.101(c); 48 CFR 51.102(a); 48 CFR 51.102(c)(3); 48 CFR 
52.208-00

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council are proposing amendments to the FAR to 
clarify that the Government's obligation to purchase from statutorily 
mandated sources of supply also applies when contractors purchase the 
supply items for Government use.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/28/94                    59 FR 14454
NPRM Comment Period End         05/27/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF71
_______________________________________________________________________

4840.  FAR CASE 91-109, ARCHITECT-ENGINEER SERVICES

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 36.601-3; 48 CFR 36.601-4

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Office of Federal Procurement Policy has directed 
revision of the Federal Acquisition Regulation to clarify the 
description of services considered to be architect-engineer services.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF72
_______________________________________________________________________

4841.  FAR CASE 92-2, SUBCONTRACT PROPOSAL AUDITS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 15.806-3(a)(3) to 15.806-3(a)(6)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council are proposing to amend the Federal 
Acquisition Regulation to amend policies on audits of defective pricing 
proposals.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/28/94                    59 FR 14457
NPRM Comment Period End         05/27/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF74
_______________________________________________________________________

4842.  FAR CASE 92-7, COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT, 
CONTINGENCY CLAUSES

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 22.1002-3(a); 48 CFR 22.1008-3(e); 48 CFR 22.1021

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule revises the coverage at FAR 22.1002-3, 22.1008-3, 
and 22.1021. These changes are necessary to implement the direction 
contained in Department of Labor Memorandum Nos. 159 and 166 concerning 
contingencies in collective bargaining agreements subject to section 
4(c) of the Service Contract Act and requests for substantial variance 
hearing. This rule also makes editorial changes to more accurately 
reflect the Department of Labor regulations on the Service Contract 
Act.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF75
_______________________________________________________________________

4843.  FAR CASE 92-9, REVISIONS TO STANDARD FORMS 1414 AND 1415

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 53.228(k)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Standard Forms 1414 and 1415 are being revised to accommodate 
consents by individual sureties, as well as corporate sureties, and to 
provide space for date(s) of execution.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF76
_______________________________________________________________________

4844.  FAR CASE 92-10, NONPROFIT INSTITUTIONS CLAUSE PRESCRIPTION

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 15.804-8(e) to 15.804-8(f); 48 CFR 52.215-27; 48 
CFR 52.215-39

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council are proposing to amend the policies on 
clauses for reversion of pension costs.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/06/94                    59 FR 16389
NPRM Comment Period End         06/06/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF77
_______________________________________________________________________

4845.  FAR CASE 92-14, INSURANCE--LIABILITY TO THIRD PERSONS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 28.311-1 to 28.311-3; 48 CFR 52.228-6 to 52.228-
7; 48 CFR 52.245-7; 48 CFR 52.245-10

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAR language proposed for deletion at 28.311-1 applies 
only to cost reimbursement contracts for research and development 
awarded to state agencies or charitable institutions that claim partial 
or total immunity from tort liability. The Councils believe the current 
language is obsolete.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/06/94                    59 FR 16392
NPRM Comment Period End         06/06/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF78
_______________________________________________________________________

4846.  FAR CASE 92-17, OVERHEAD SHOULD-COST REVIEWS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 15.810; 48 CFR 15.810-1; 48 CFR 15.810-2; 48 CFR 
15.810-3

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council are proposing to amend the policies on 
should-cost studies.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/06/94                    59 FR 16388
NPRM Comment Period End         06/06/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF79
_______________________________________________________________________

4847.  FAR CASE 92-27, QUALITY ASSURANCE NONCONFORMANCE

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 46.101; 48 CFR 46.103(c) to 46.103(e); 48 CFR 
46.407(c)(1); 48 CFR 46.407(d); 48 CFR 46.407(f)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council are proposing to amend the Federal 
Acquisition Regulation concerning quality assurance to include 
definitions of the terms ``critical nonconformance,'' ``major 
nonconformance,'' and ``minor nonconformance'' and make other 
conforming amendments as a result of recommendations made by the DOD 
IG.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/28/94                    59 FR 14466
NPRM Comment Period End         05/27/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF80
_______________________________________________________________________

4848.  FAR CASE 92-33, PRICE COMPETITION EXEMPTION

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 15.804-1(a)(1) to 15.804-1(a)(2); 48 CFR 15.804-
2(d); 48 CFR 15.804-3(b)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council are proposing to amend the FAR 
concerning policies on adequate price competition.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/28/94                    59 FR 14458
NPRM Comment Period End         05/27/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF81
_______________________________________________________________________

4849.  FAR CASE 92-40, CONTRACTORS' PURCHASING SYSTEMS REVIEWS 
AND SUBCONTRACTOR CONSENT

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 44.302(a); 48 CFR 52.244-2(a)(4); 48 CFR 52.244-
2(b)(1)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These revisions to 44.302(a) and 52.244-2 are a result of 
recommendations submitted in response to the FARC's request for 
industry's views and are as follows: (1) The threshold for performing 
CPSR's was raised from $10 million to $25 million to recognize the 
effects of inflation on this threshold. The raised threshold will 
reduce the administrative burden on both the contractor and Government 
by reducing the number of reviews. (2) The $10,000 threshold in the 
clause was raised to $25,000 for notification to the contracting 
officer on proposed subcontracts involving fabrication, purchase, 
rental, installation, or other acquisition of special test equipment or 
any items of facilities to recognize increased cost of equipment and 
effects of inflation. (3) We also raised the threshold at 52.244-
2(b)(1) requiring additional information on certain subcontracts from 
$10,000 to $25,000. This increase recognizes rising hourly wage rates 
and contract costs.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/06/94                    59 FR 16393
NPRM Comment Period End         06/06/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF82
_______________________________________________________________________

4850.  FAR CASE 92-48, FLUCTUATING EXCHANGE RATES

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 25.5; 48 CFR 25.501; 48 CFR 25.502; 48 CFR 
52.225-00

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council are amending the Federal Acquisition 
Regulation to add guidance on the use of foreign currency.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/06/94                    59 FR 16391
NPRM Comment Period End         06/06/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF83
_______________________________________________________________________

4851.  FAR CASE 92-602, REVISION TO OPTIONAL FORM 17, SEALED BID 
LABEL

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 14.202-3(b); 48 CFR 15.408(e); 48 CFR 53.214(g); 
48 CFR 53.215-1(h)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Revises Optional Form 17, Sealed Bid Label, and amends FAR to 
provide one standard label for offers, regardless of whether the offer 
is submitted under sealed bid or negotiated procedures.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF84
_______________________________________________________________________

4852.  FAR CASE 92-604, NONALLOWABILITY OF EXCISE TAXES ON 
NONDEDUCTIBLE CONTRIBUTIONS TO DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLANS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 31.205-41(b)(6)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council are proposing to amend the Federal 
Acquisition Regulation concerning cost allowability criteria for cost 
of certain taxes.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/06/94                    59 FR 16393
NPRM Comment Period End         06/06/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF85
_______________________________________________________________________

4853.  FAR CASE 92-622, PAPER AND ENVELOPES

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 8.802(c)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Rule revises paragraph (c) of 8.802 to clarify agency 
requisitioning responsibilities for paper and certain envelopes in 
common use under 44 USC and Federal Property Management Regulations 
101-26-3. The proposed revision specifies that paper and envelopes for 
use by executive agencies outside the District of Columbia and stocked 
by GSA shall be requisitioned from GSA.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF86
_______________________________________________________________________

4854.  FAR CASE 93-8, NATIONAL SECURITY

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 5.303(a)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Revision to FAR to clarify that the requirement for public 
announcement of contract awards over $3 million does not apply to 
contracts classified for national security purposes.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF87
_______________________________________________________________________

4855.  FAR CASE 93-15, SMALL PURCHASE REFERENCES

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 2 to 6; 48 CFR 8; 48 CFR 13 to 16; 48 CFR 19 to 
20; 48 CFR 22; 48 CFR 25; 48 CFR 27 to 29; 48 CFR 36; 48 CFR 42 to 44; 
48 CFR 46 to 47; 48 CFR 49; 48 CFR 52 to 53; 48 CFR 32

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This case will update small purchase references throughout 
the FAR and implement the Federal Acquisition Streamlining Act of 1994. 
The small purchase limitation of $25,000 is expected to become the 
Simplified Acquisition Limitation.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              10/00/94

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.
Additional Information: Regulations expected to be published 210 days 
after enactment of legislation.

Agency Contact: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF88
_______________________________________________________________________

4856.  FAR CASE 93-29, DEFENSE TECHNICAL INFORMATION CENTER

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 35.010(b)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Part 35 is amended to delete guidance and address information 
that applies solely to DOD contractors for more appropriate insertion 
in the Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS). The language being deleted 
provides DTIC address information and instructs contractors to submit 
copies of scientific and technical reports resulting from DOD contracts 
to DTIC.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF89
_______________________________________________________________________

4857.  FAR CASE 93-604, TRAINING FOR CONTRACTING PERSONNEL

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 1.603-1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Subpart 1.6 is revised by adding ``career development'' to 
the title and by, among other things, adding language at FAR 1.603-1, 
General, that addresses the requirements of the Office of Federal 
Procurement Policy (OFPP) Letter No. 92-3, ``Procurement 
Professionalism Program Policy--Training for Contracting Personnel,'' 
dated June 24, 1992. Office of Federal Procurement Policy Letter No. 
92-3 contains OFPP's standards for skill-based training in performing 
contracting and purchasing duties. The above changes make the FAR fully 
reflect the policies established by OFPP Policy Letter 92-3.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF90
_______________________________________________________________________

4858.  FAR CASE 93-609, SECTION 4C PRICE ADJUSTMENTS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 22.1002-3(a); 48 CFR 22.1012-3(d)(1); 48 CFR 
22.1012-5

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rule revises the FAR coverage at 22.1002-3, 22.1012-3, 
and 22.1012-5 to clarify that the requirement for successor contractors 
on contracts over $2,500 for substantially the same services performed 
in the same locality to pay wages and fringe benefits at least equal to 
those contained in any bona fide collective bargaining agreement 
entered into under the predecessor contract is self-executing. The 
requirement is not contingent upon incorporating a wage determination 
or the wage and fringe benefit terms of the predecessor contractor's 
collective bargaining agreement in the successor contract. However, the 
contracting officer shall incorporate the wage and fringe benefit terms 
of the collective bargaining agreement itself in contract solicitations 
and may incorporate the terms of the agreement itself in other contract 
actions.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF91
_______________________________________________________________________

4859.  FAR CASE 93-610, PROCUREMENT FROM PEOPLE WHO ARE BLIND OR 
SEVERELY DISABLED

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 8.001(a)(1)(iv); 48 CFR 8.001(a)(2)(i); 48 CFR 
8.603(a); 48 CFR 8.700; 48 CFR 9.107

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amends the FAR to reflect changes in the regulations of the 
Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF92
_______________________________________________________________________

4860.  FAR CASE 93-618, PROHIBITION OF DEPARTMENT OF LABOR 
IMPLEMENTATION/ADMINISTRATION OF DAVIS-BACON HELPER REGULATIONS PURSUANT 
TO FY 1994 APPROPRIATIONS ACT

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 22.401(b); 48 CFR 22.401(b)(3)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense 
Acquisition Regulations Council are implementing in the FAR the 
Department of Labor suspension of its Davis-Bacon Act ``Helper'' 
regulations. The Department of Labor regulations were suspended on 
October 21, 1993. A notice of suspension was published in the Federal 
Register on November 5, 1993 (58 FR 58954).

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF93
_______________________________________________________________________

4861.  FAR CASE 93-27, COST ACCOUNTING STANDARDS THRESHOLDS AND 
APPLICABILITY

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 28.301(a)(1); 48 CFR 30.201-4; 48 CFR 30.601(b); 
48 CFR 30.602-1 to 30.602-3; 48 CFR 32.503-7; 48 CFR 42.203(a); 48 CFR 
42.302; 48 CFR 42.701; 48 CFR 44.305-3(a)(2); 48 CFR 52.230-1; 48 CFR 
52.230-3; 48 CFR 52.230-5

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The revisions to thresholds and contract requirements made by 
the Cost Accounting Standards Board are implemented in the FAR.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AG01
_______________________________________________________________________

4862.  FAR CASE 94-602, GSBCA RULES

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 33.105(a)(2)(ii); 48 CFR 33.105(c); 48 CFR 
33.105(f)(1)(i); 48 CFR 33.105(f)(3)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The revised coverage reduces the number of days allowed for 
notices to the board of confirmation and a listing of all personnel and 
agencies receiving notice from 5 days to 3 days. The FAR revision also 
reduces from 15 to 10 days the time allowed after filing of the protest 
for the agency to submit its answer to the board setting forth its 
defenses to the protest and its findings, actions, and recommendations 
in the matter. Lastly, the revision inserts new language regarding 
application to the board for an award of costs.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat, 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AG03
_______________________________________________________________________

4863.  FAR CASE 92-628, SMALL BUSINESS AND SMALL DISADVANTAGED 
BUSINESS SUBCONTRACTING PLAN

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 52.219-9

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amends the FAR to state that a firm may rely on the 
information contained in the Procurement Automated Source System (PASS) 
as an accurate representation of a concern's size and ownership 
characteristics for purposes of maintaining a small business source 
list.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AG09
_______________________________________________________________________

4864.  FAR CASE 92-302, SMALL BUSINESS COMPETITIVENESS 
DEMONSTRATION PROGRAM

Legal Authority:  PL 102-366

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 19.1001; 48 CFR 19.1005; 48 CFR 19.1006

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation to specify that 
agencies may reinstate the use of small business set-asides as 
necessary to meet assigned goals, but only within the organizational 
unit(s) that failed to meet the small business goals, and revises the 
description of Architect and Engineering services as a designated 
industry group.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              10/00/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AG10
_______________________________________________________________________

4865.  FAR CASE 93-304, DEFENSE PRODUCTION ACT AMENDMENTS

Legal Authority:  PL 102-558; 50 USC 2091

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 34.1; 48 CFR 52.234-0

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, July 26, 1993.

Abstract: FAR part 34 is amended to add policy and procedures for 
testing and qualification of industrial resources developed under Title 
III, Defense Production Act (DPA) Amendments of 1992 (PL 102-558).

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              10/00/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AG11
_______________________________________________________________________

4866.  FAR CASE 93-309, ADVANCE PAYMENT REPORTING

Legal Authority:  PL 101-510; 10 USC 2307

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 32.402(a)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Removes the requirement to report to Congress on certain 
advance payments.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AG12
_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE/GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION Completed Actions
NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION (FAR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  
4867. FAR CASE 89-88, ALLOWABILITY OF VALUE ENGINEERING COSTS

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 48.101(b)

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       08/24/94                    59 FR 43527

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, 202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AD71
_______________________________________________________________________

4868. FAR CASE 90-31, CERTIFICATION CHALLENGE TO BAA, TAA BALANCE OF 
PAYMENTS PROGRAM CERTIFICATE

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 25

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       08/02/94                    59 FR 39317

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, 202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AE03
_______________________________________________________________________

4869. FAR CASE 90-32, GOVERNMENT CREDIT CARDS

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 13

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       09/06/94                    59 FR 46021

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, 202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AE04
_______________________________________________________________________

4870. FAR CASE 91-32, SPECIFICATIONS, STANDARDS, AND OTHER PURCHASE 
DESCRIPTIONS

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 10; 48 CFR 52

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       08/02/94                    59 FR 39317

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, 202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AE43
_______________________________________________________________________

4871. FAR CASE 90-67, PREPRODUCTION STARTUP COSTS

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 15.804-6; 48 CFR 15.804-8; 48 CFR 52.215

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       08/02/94                    59 FR 39317

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, 202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AE75
_______________________________________________________________________

4872. FAR CASE 90-59, SUBCONTRACT PRICING

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 15.806-1(e); 48 CFR 15.806-1(f)

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       08/02/94                    59 FR 39317

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, 202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AE78
_______________________________________________________________________

4873. FAR CASE 91-85, SERVICE CONTRACTING

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 5; 48 CFR 7; 48 CFR 10; 48 CFR 15; 48 CFR 16; 48 
CFR 17; 48 CFR 22; 48 CFR 37; 48 CFR 44; 48 CFR 46; 48 CFR 52

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       09/14/94                    59 FR 47112

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, 202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF05
_______________________________________________________________________

4874. FAR CASE 91-51, HAZARDOUS WARNING LABELS

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 23.302; 48 CFR 23.303; 48 CFR 52.223

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       08/02/94                    59 FR 39317

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, 202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF27
_______________________________________________________________________

4875. FAR CASE 91-82, BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENTS INVOICING FOR FOOD 
PRODUCTS

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 13.203-1(j)(7)

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       08/02/94                    59 FR 39317

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, 202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF47
_______________________________________________________________________

4876. FAR CASE 91-100, DEFECTIVE COST OR PRICING DATA

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 15.804-7

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       08/02/94                    59 FR 39317

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, 202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF49
_______________________________________________________________________

4877.  FAR CASE 91-72, GOVERNMENT PROPERTY

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2302 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 45.302-1(e)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This revision to 45.302-1(e) alerts the contracting officer 
that facilities contracts should be closed out when Government 
production and research property is no longer required for the 
performance of the instant Government contract or subcontracts. The 
Department of Defense, General Services Administration, and National 
Aeronautics and Space Administration have decided to withdraw this rule 
in order to prepare for the substantial effort required to rewrite the 
FAR, as called for by the National Performance Review.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/28/94                    59 FR 14461
NPRM Comment Period End         05/27/94
Withdrawn                       09/16/94                    59 FR 47778

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF64
_______________________________________________________________________

4878.  FAR CASE 91-83, GOVERNMENT PROPERTY

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 45.302-1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Case withdrawn without further action in order to prepare for 
the substantial effort required to rewrite the Federal Acquisition 
Regulation as called for by the National Performance Review.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/28/94                    59 FR 14460
NPRM Comment Period End         05/27/94
Withdrawn                       08/02/94                    59 FR 39317

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF65
_______________________________________________________________________

4879.  FAR CASE 91-105, FIRST ARTICLE TESTING AND APPROVAL

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 9.305; 48 CFR 9.306; 48 CFR 9.308; 48 CFR 9.308-1 
to 9.308-2; 48 CFR 9.309 to 9.309-2; 48 CFR 52.209-00; 48 CFR 52.209-3; 
48 CFR 52.209-4

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Case withdrawn without further action in order to prepare for 
the substantial effort required to rewrite the Federal Acquisition 
Regulation as called for by the National Performance Review.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/28/94                    59 FR 14455
NPRM Comment Period End         05/27/94
Withdrawn                       08/02/94                    59 FR 39317

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF69
_______________________________________________________________________

4880.  FAR CASE 91-112, CIVIL DEFENSE COSTS, PLANT PROTECTION 
COSTS, AND RECRUITMENT COSTS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 31.205-5; 48 CFR 31.205-29; 48 CFR 31.205-34(b) 
to 31.205-34(c)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Case withdrawn without further action in order to prepare for 
the substantial effort required to rewrite the Federal Acquisition 
Regulation as called for by the National Performance Review.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/28/94                    59 FR 14458
NPRM Comment Period End         05/27/94
Withdrawn                       08/02/94                    59 FR 39317

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF73
_______________________________________________________________________

4881.  FAR CASE 91-71, ADMINISTRATION OF COST ACCOUNTING 
STANDARDS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 10 USC 2301 to 2331; 42 USC 2473(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 52.230-5(e)(2)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Case withdrawn without further action in order to prepare for 
the substantial effort required to rewrite the Federal Acquisition 
Regulation as called for by the National Performance Review.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/28/94                    59 FR 14468
NPRM Comment Period End         05/27/94
Withdrawn                       08/02/94                    59 FR 39317

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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: Beverly Fayson, FAR Secretariat, DOD/GSA/NASA (FAR), 
GSA (VRS-FAR Secretariat), 18th & F Streets NW., Washington, DC 20405, 
202 501-4755

RIN: 9000-AF94
[FR Doc. 94-23428 Filed 11-10-94; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 6820-34-F