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well does detect TCE consistently, but it is below the enforcement standard of 5 ppb. The blended production well water entering the air stripper is non-detect for any VOCs. The detection limit used by the city in its analyses is 0.7 ppb TCE. As a result, the implemented remedy at the ECMWF site has achieved the degree of cleanup as specified in the decision documents for all pathways of exposure.
Operation and Maintenance

Operation and maintenance (O&M) requirements outlined in the O&M Plan for the IRM were: (1) Routine maintenance of the air stripper as described in the manufacturer’s manual; and (2) sampling and analysis requirements of stripper influent and effluent, as previously discussed. TCE, 1,1–DCE, 1,1–DCA, 1,1,1–TCA and tetrachloroethene (PCE) are monitored regularly by the city of Eau Claire to ensure compliance with Wisconsin Enforcement Standards and the Safe Drinking Water Act Maximum Contaminant Limits (MCLs) for drinking
water.

Five-Year Review

EPA conducted four five-year reviews at this site; the last report was dated July 17, 2012. EPA, in consultation with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR), determined that the cleanup remedy at the ECMWF site is protective of human health and the environment because cleanup standards have been met at the site. Additionally, exposure pathways from the NPI site that could result in unacceptable risks are being controlled through the use of ICs. EPA has also determined that theair strippers at ECMWF can be taken offline as the groundwater entering the city’s well field has met the cleanup standards for over 5 years and is not expected to exceed the standards in the future. The city of Eau Claire has chosen to keep the air strippers on-line in the short term, although they may turn off the air strippers at a future date. Since unlimited use/unrestricted exposure hasbeen met at the ECMWF site, future fiveyear reviews are not required.
Community Involvement

Public participation activities have been satisfied as required in CERCLA Section 113(k), 42 U.S.C. 9613(k), and CERCLA section 117, 42 U.S.C. 9617. Documents in the deletion docket which EPA relied on for recommendation of the deletion of this site from the NPL are available to the public in the information repositories and at www.regulations.gov. Determination That the Site Meets the Criteria for Deletion in the NCP

The NCP (40 CFR 300.425(e)) states that a site may be deleted from the NPL when no further response action is appropriate. EPA, in consultation with the State of Wisconsin, has determined that all required response actions have been implemented and no further response action by the responsible parties is appropriate.

V. Deletion Action

EPA, with concurrence from the State of Wisconsin through the WDNR, has determined that all appropriate response actions under CERCLA have been completed. Therefore, EPA is deleting the Site from the NPL.

Because EPA considers this action to be noncontroversial and routine, EPA is taking it without prior publication. This action will be effective May 27, 2014 unless EPA receives adverse comments by April 28, 2014. If adverse comments are received during the comment period, EPA will publish a timely withdrawal of this direct final Notice of Deletion before the effective date of the deletion, and it will not take effect. EPA will prepare a response to comments and continue with the deletion process on the basis of the notice of intent to delete and the comments already received. There will be no additional opportunity to comment. List of Subjects in 40 CFR Part 300

Environmental protection, Air pollution control, Chemicals, Hazardous substances, Hazardous waste, Intergovernmental relations, Penalties, Radiation protection, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Superfund, Water pollution control, Water supply.

Dated: March 3, 2014. Susan Hedman, Regional Administrator, Region 5.

For the reasons set out in this document, 40 CFR part 300 is amended as follows:

**PART 300—[AMENDED]**

■ 1. The authority citation for part 300 continues to read as follows:

Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1321(c)(2); 42 U.S.C. 9601–9657; E.O. 12777, 56 FR 54757, 3 CFR, 1991 Comp., p. 351; E.O. 12580, 52 FR 2923, 3 CFR, 1987 Comp., p. 193. Appendix B to Part 300—[Amended]

■ 2. Table 1 of Appendix B to part 300 is amended by removing the entry for ‘‘WI’’, ‘‘Eau Claire Municipal Well Field’’, ‘‘Eau Claire’’.

[FR Doc. 2014–06817 Filed 3–27–14; 8:45 am]

**BILLING CODE 6560–50–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE** 

**Defense Acquisition Regulations System** 

**48 CFR Parts 209, 225, and 252**

**Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement; Technical**  **Amendments**

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

**ACTION :**  Final rule.

**SUMMARY :**  DoD is making technical amendments to the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) to provide needed editorial changes.

**DATES :**  Effective March 28, 2014.

**FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT :**  Mr. Manuel Quinones, Defense Acquisition Regulations System, OUSD (AT&L) DPAP (DARS), Room 3B855, 3060 Defense Pentagon, Washington, DC 20301–3060. Telephone 571–372–6088; facsimile 571–372–6094.

**SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION :**  This final rule amends the DFARS as follows:

1. Correct 209.105–1(1) conform to the implementation of the System for Award Management (SAM).

2. Correct 225.7003–3 to update crossreferences to DFARS Procedures, Guidance, and Information.

3. Correct 252.204–7007(d)(2) to remove obsolete text and update the clause date.

4. Correct 252.209–7004 to conform to the System for Award Management (SAM) and update the clause date. List of Subjects in 48 CFR Parts 209, 225, and 252

Government procurement.

Manuel Quinones, Editor, Defense Acquisition Regulations System.

Therefore, 48 CFR parts 209, 225, and 252 are amended as follows:

■ 1. The authority citation for 48 CFR parts 209, 225, and 252 continues to read as follows:

Authority: 41 U.S.C. 1303 and 48 CFR chapter 1.

**PART 209—CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS** 

**209.105–1 [Amended]**

■ 2. Section 209.105–1 paragraph (1) is amended by removing ‘‘System for Award Management Exclusions’’ and adding ‘‘Exclusions section of the System for Award Management’’ in its place.


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**PART 225—FOREIGN ACQUISITION**

**225.7003–3 [Amended]**

■ 3. Section 225.7003–3 is amended by—

■ a. Removing the introductory text;

■ b. In paragraph (c)(2), removing ‘‘PGI 225.7003–3’’ and adding ‘‘PGI 225.7003–3(c)’’ in its place; and

■ c. In the introductory text of paragraph (d), removing ‘‘PGI 225.7003– 3’’ and adding ‘‘PGI 225.7003–3(d)’’ in its place.

**PART 252—SOLICITATION PROVISIONS AND CONTRACT**  **CLAUSES**

■ 4. Section 252.204–7007 is amended by—

■ a. Removing the clause date ‘‘(MAY 2013)’’ and adding ‘‘(MAR 2014)’’ in its place.

■ b. Revising paragraph (d)(2) to read as follows:

**252.204–7007 Alternate A, Annual Representations and Certifications.** 
* * * * *

(d) * * * (2) The following representations or certifications in SAM are applicable to this solicitation as indicated by the Contracting Officer: [ Contracting Officer check as appropriate. ]

ll (i) 252.209–7002, Disclosure of Ownership or Control by a Foreign Government.

ll (ii) 252.225–7000, Buy American— Balance of Payments Program Certificate.

ll (iii) 252.225–7020, Trade Agreements Certificate.

llUse with Alternate I.

ll (iv) 252.225–7031, Secondary Arab Boycott of Israel.

ll (v) 252.225–7035, Buy American— Free Trade Agreements—Balance of Payments Program Certificate.

llUse with Alternate I.

llUse with Alternate II.

llUse with Alternate III.

llUse with Alternate IV.

llUse with Alternate V.

* * * * *

■ 5. Section 252.209–7004 is amended by—

■ a. Removing the clause date ‘‘(DEC 2006)’’ and adding ‘‘(MAR 2014)’’ in its place; and

■ b. In paragraph (a), removing ‘‘Excluded Parties List’’ and adding ‘‘Exclusions section of the System for Award Management’’ in its place.

[FR Doc. 2014–07003 Filed 3–27–14; 8:45 am]

**BILLING CODE 5001–06–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE** 

**Defense Acquisition Regulations System** 

**48 CFR Part 212**

**RIN 0750–AI28**

**Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement: Extension of**  **Pilot Program on Acquisition of Military-Purpose Nondevelopmental**  **Items (DFARS Case 2014–D007)**

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

**ACTION :**  Final rule.

**SUMMARY :**  DoD is amending the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) to implement a section of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014. This rule extends the expiration date of the pilot program for acquisition of military-purpose nondevelopmental items.

**DATES :**  Effective March 28, 2014.

**FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT :**  Ms. Annette Gray, telephone 571–372–6093.

**SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION :**  I. Background

Section 866 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2011 (Pub. L. 111–383), enacted on January 7, 2011, authorized the Secretary of Defense to carry out a pilot program to assess the feasibilityand advisability of acquiring militarypurpose nondevelopmental items in accordance with the streamlined procedures of the pilot program. Under this pilot program, DoD may enter into contracts with nontraditional defense contractors for the purpose of enabling DoD to acquire items that otherwise might not have been available to DoD, assist DoD in the rapid acquisition and fielding of capabilities needed to meet urgent operational needs, and protect the interests of the United States in paying fair and reasonable prices for the item or items acquired.

This pilot program is designed to test whether the streamlined procedures, similar to those available for commercial items, can serve as an effective incentive for nontraditional defense contractors to (1) channel investment and innovation into areas that are useful to DoD and (2) provide items developed exclusively at private expense to meet validated military requirements.

This final rule amends DFARS subpart 212.71, Pilot Program for Acquisition of Military-Purpose Nondevelopmental Items, to implement section 814, Extension of Pilot Program of Military Purpose Nondevelomental Items, of the National Defense Authorization Act for FY 2014. This rule extends the authority for this pilot program from January 6, 2016, to December 31, 2019.

II. Publication of This Final Rule for Public Comment Is Not Required by Statute

‘‘Publication of proposed regulations’’, 41 U.S.C. 1707, is the statute that applies to the publication of the Federal Acquisition Regulation. Paragraph (a)(1) of the statute requires that a procurement policy, regulation, procedure or form (including an amendment or modification thereof) must be published for public comment if it relates to the expenditure of appropriated funds, and has either a significant effect beyond the internal operating procedures of the agency issuing the policy, regulation, procedure or form, or has a significant cost or administrative impact on contractors or offerors. Publication for public comment is not required because the rule does not have a significant effect beyond the internal operating procedures of DoD and does not have a significant cost or administrative impact on contractors or offerors as it merely extends the expiration date of an existing pilot program pursuant to statutory directive.

III. Executive Orders 12866 and 13563

Executive Orders (E.O.s) 12866 and 13563 direct agencies to assess all costs and benefits of available regulatory alternatives and, if regulation is necessary, to select regulatory approaches that maximize net benefits (including potential economic, environmental, public health and safety effects, distributive impacts, and equity). E.O. 13563 emphasizes the importance of quantifying both costs and benefits, of reducing costs, of harmonizing rules, and of promoting flexibility. This is not a significant regulatory action and, therefore, was not subject to review under section 6(b) of E.O. 12866, Regulatory Planning and Review, dated September 30, 1993. This rule is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C.
804. IV. Regulatory Flexibility Act

The Regulatory Flexibility Act does not apply to this rule because this final rule does not constitute a significant DFARS revision within the meaning of FAR 1.501–1, and 41 U.S.C. 1707 and does not require publication for public
comment.