The Chief, Information Security Programs Division, Office of Information Security Technology, Bureau of Diplomatic Security, is responsible for reviewing and certifying on all other proposed acquisitions funded by the Department of State that involve national security information and ensuring that the provisions of Executive Order 12958 and FAR 6.302-6 have been met. However, given the sensitivity required for acquisitions involving national security information, it is expected that requirements offices will work closely with the contracting officer in maximizing competition. 606.302-7 Public interest. All justifications shall address the requirements of FAR 6.303-2. A sample Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition for acquisitions by both overseas posts and domestic contracting activities are included in the Appendix.
All applicable approvals are as indicated on the formats.
The justification must be completed and signed by the appropriate individuals. 606.304 Approval of the justification. The estimated dollar value of all options shall be included in determining the approval level of a justification. 606.304-70 Acquisitions by overseas posts. This authority is not redelegable.