Source: https://www.acq.osd.mil/dpap/dars/archive/2013/change_notices.html
Timestamp: 2017-12-12 12:24:08
Document Index: 521069433

Matched Legal Cases: ['art 225', 'art 252', 'art 203', 'art 252', 'art 216', 'art 252', 'art 5', 'arts 208', 'arts 203', 'art 204', 'art 222', 'art 209', 'art 204', 'art 204', 'art 215']

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2013 Publication Notices (Archived)
DEFENSE FAR SUPPLEMENT (DFARS) Publication Notice 20130930
DFARS Replacement Subparts Document in PDF
DFARS PGI Replacement Subparts Document in PDF
On September 30, 2013, DoD made the following changes to the DFARS:
Acquisitions in Support of Operations in Afghanistan (2013-D009)
Amends the DFARS to implement two sections of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2013 that: (1) require compliance with domestic source restrictions in the case of any textile components supplied by DoD to the Afghan National Army or the Afghan National Police for purposes of production of uniforms, and (2) eliminate the application of the enhanced authority to acquire products and services from Iraq.
Affected parts/subparts/sections: 206.303-70; 212.301; Part 225 Table of Contents, 225.401-71, 225.502(c)(iv), 225.1101, 225.7501, 225.77 heading, 225.7700, 225.7701, 225.7702, 225.7702-2, 225.7703, 225.7703-1, 225.7703-2, 225.7703-3, 225.7703-4, 225.7703-5; Part 252 Table of Contents, 252.225-7021, 252.225-7022, 252.225-7023, 252.225-7024, 252.225-7026, 252.225-7029, 252.225-7032, 252.225-7033, 252.225-7035, and 252.225-7036; PGI 225.77, PGI 225.7703-2, and PGI 225.7703-4.
Enhancement of Contractor Employee Whistleblower Protections (DFARS Case 2013-D010)
Amends the DFARS to implement section 827 (except paragraph (g)) of the NDAA for FY2013, which provided statutory amendments to whistleblower protections for contractor and subcontractor employees.
Affected parts/subparts/sections: Part 203 Table of Contents, 203.900, 203.901, 203.903, 203.904, 203.905, 203.906, 203.907; Part 252 Table of Contents, 252.203-7002.
Allowability of Legal Costs for Whistleblower Proceedings (DFARS Case 2013-D022)
Amends the DFARS to implement section 827(g) of the NDAA for FY 2013, which amends the allowability of legal costs incurred by a contractor related to whistleblower proceedings.
Affected parts/subparts/sections: Part 216 Table of Contents, 216.307; Part 252 Table of Contents, 252.216-7009.
DEFENSE FAR SUPPLEMENT (DFARS) Publication Notice 20130926
On September 26, 2013, DoD published the following proposed rule:
Further Implementation of Trafficking in Persons Policy (DFARS Case 2013-D007)
Proposes to amend the DFARS to further implement DoD trafficking in persons policy and to supplement Governmentwide changes proposed in connection with Executive Order 13627, to improve awareness, compliance, and enforcement.
DEFENSE FAR SUPPLEMENT (DFARS) Publication Notice 20130909
On September 9, 2013, DoD made the following changes to the DFARS:
This final rule amends the DFARS to—
Correct the email address at 201.170 for the submission of the rolling annual forecast of acquisitions that will be subject to DoD peer review at the end of each quarter; and
Revise the section heading at 206.302-3 for consistency with the FAR.
Administrative Changes to PGI: Corrects the email addresses and makes minor edits at PGI 203.170(2); PGI 203.8(a); PGI 204.7005(b)(1)(ii); 204.7005(b)(2); PGI 209.570-3(2); PGI 215.404-76(5); PGI 217.7506 Part 5, 5-503(b) Exhibit II; PGI 222.7404(c); PGI 225.7002-2(b); PGI 225.7003-3; PGI 225.7203; PGI 225.7604; PGI 226.103; PGI 232.501-2; PGI 234.7100; and PGI 237.102-71.
DEFENSE FAR SUPPLEMENT (DFARS) Publication Notice 20130808
On August 8, 2013, DoD made the following changes to the DFARS:
Least Developed Countries that are Designated Countries. (DFARS Case 2013-D019)
Amends the DFARS to implement a revision by the United States Trade Representative (USTR) to the list of least developed countries. The USTR revised the list to (1) change the name of East-Timor to Timor-Leste; (2) remove the Maldives, which is no longer a least developed country, and (3) add South Sudan.
Affected parts/subparts/sections: 252.225-7017; 252.225-7021; and 252.225-7045.
Release of Fundamental Research Information (DFARS Case 2012-D054)
Amends the DFARS to provide guidance relating to the release of fundamental research information in accordance with the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics memoranda on Fundamental Research.
Affected parts/subparts/sections: 252.204-7000.
Clauses with Alternates—Contract Financing (DFARS Case 2013-D014)
Proposes to amend the DFARS to create an overarching prescription for the set of contract financing related clauses with one or more alternates. The rule also proposes to add a separate prescription for the basic clause as well as the alternate. In addition, the proposed rule would include the full text of the clause alternate.
Clauses with Alternates—Quality Assurance (DFARS Case 2013-D004)
Proposes to amend the DFARS to create an overarching prescription for each set of quality assurance-related provisions/clauses with one or more alternates. In addition, the proposed rule would include the full text of each provision and/or clause alternate.
Clauses with Alternates—Transportation (DFARS Case 2012-D057)
Proposes to amend the DFARS to create an overarching prescription for each set of transportation-related provisions/clauses with one or more alternates. The rule also proposes to add a separate prescription for the basic clause as well as each alternate. In addition, the proposed rule would include the full text of each provision and/or clause alternate.
DEFENSE FAR SUPPLEMENT (DFARS) Publication Notice 20130710
On July 10, 2013, DoD made the following changes to the DFARS:
On July 3, 2013, DoD made technical updates to the following DFARS sections: 227.71, 252.212, 252.227, 252.244, and PGI 204.6. Revised replacement pages follow:
DEFENSE FAR SUPPLEMENT (DFARS) Publication Notice 20130626
On June 26, 2013, DoD made the following changes to the DFARS:
Requirements for Acquisitions Pursuant to Multiple Award Contracts (DFARS Case 2012-D047)
Amends the DFARS to implement section 863 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2009 (Pub. L. 110-417). Section 863(f) repeals section 803 of the NDAA for FY2002 as a redundant provision. As such, this final rule reconciles and removes from the DFARS all obsolete references to section 803 of the NDAA for FY 2002 (Pub. L. 107-107; 10 U.S.C. 2304 note) now implemented in the FAR.
Affected parts/subparts/sections: Parts 208.404; 208.405-70; 208.7400; 216.501; 216.501; 216.505-70; 247.271-3; PGI204.606; PGI208.405-70; and PGI216.505-70.
Technical Amendments::
1. Corrects typographical error at 225.7902-5(b)(1)(i).
2. Corrects the definition of “export” at 252.225-7047.
DEFENSE FAR SUPPLEMENT (DFARS) Publication Notice 20130625
On June 25, 2013, DoD made the following changes to the DFARS:
Solicitation Provisions and Contract Clauses (DFARS Case 2011-D056)
Amends the DFARS to simplify prescriptions for provisions and clauses that are applicable to the acquisition of commercial items and specifies flowdown of clauses to commercial subcontracts.
Affected parts/subparts/sections: Parts 203.1, 203.10, 204.12, 204.71, 205.4, 209.1, 209.470, 211.2, 212.301, 215.408, 216.2, 219.7, 223.73, 225.3, 225.11, 225.70, 225.73, 225.74, 225.76, 225.77, 226.104, 227.71, 229.402-70, 232.9, 232.11, 232.70, 232.71, 237.1, 243.2, 244.4, 246.3, 247.2, 247.5, 252.203-7000, 252.211-7003, 252.212-7000, 252.212-7001, 252.223-7008, 252.225-7009,252.225-7039, 252.227-7013, 252.227-7015, 252.227-7037, 252.236-7013, 252.237-7010, 252.237-7019, 252.244-7000, 252.246-7003, 252.247-7003, 252.247-7023.
DEFENSE FAR SUPPLEMENT (DFARS) Publication Notice 20130617
On June 17, 2013, DoD made the following changes to the DFARS:
Defense Trade Cooperation Treaties with Australia and the United Kingdom (DFARS 2012-D034)
This rule adopts as final, with changes, an interim rule that implemented requirements of the Defense Trade Cooperation Treaty with the United Kingdom. The final rule also implements the comparable Treaty with Australia. This final rule amends the DFARS and associated PGI to streamline the export control regulations between the United States and Australia and the United States and the United Kingdom under specified circumstances.
Affected parts/subparts/sections: Part 204; 225; 235; 252.204-7008; 252.225-7046; 252.225-7047; and 252.225-7048.
This final rule amends the DFARS to insert a PGI pointer at Subpart 222.7404(c) for waiver request procedures.
Provides additional guidance on Defense Trade Cooperation Treaties with Australia and the United Kingdom.
Affected PGI parts/subparts/sections: PGI 204.73 and PGI 225.79.
Waiver Request Procedures (DFARS PGI 2013-P012)
Provides guidance that requests for waivers to the policy at DFARS 222.7402 must be submitted to the Secretary of Defense through OUSD(AT&L)DPAP/CPIC.
Affected PGI parts/subparts/sections: PGI 222.7404
DEFENSE FAR SUPPLEMENT (DFARS) Publication Notice 20130522
On May 22, 2013, DoD made the following changes to the DFARS:
Support Contractor Access to Technical Data (DFARS Case 2009-D031)
Adopts the interim rule, with changes, to implement section 821 of the NDAA for FY 2010. Section 821 provides authority for certain types of Government support contractors to have access to proprietary technical data belonging to prime contractors and other third parties, provided that the technical data owner may require the support contractor to execute a non-disclosure agreement having certain restrictions and remedies.
Affected parts/subparts/sections: Part 209; 227; 252.212-7001; 252.227-7013; 252.227-7014; 252.227-7015; 252.227-7018; and 252.227-7025.
Clarification of “F” Orders in the Procurement Instrument Identification Number Structure (DFARS Case 2012-D040)
Amends the DFARS to update instructions for assigning basic and supplementary procurement instrument identification numbers and eliminates the requirement to utilize an “F” in the 9th position of the procurement instrument identification number to identify awards to certain vendors.
Affected parts/subparts/sections: Part 204.
Revises section 204.1105 by removing the word “clause” and adding the word “provision” in its place.
Updates the clause dates on 252.204-7004, 252.204-7007, 252.232-7006, 252.232-7011, and 252.245-7004.
DEFENSE FAR SUPPLEMENT (DFARS) Publication Notice 20130516
On May 16, 2013, DoD made the following changes to the DFARS:
System for Award Management Name Changes, Phase 1 Implementation (DFARS Case 2012-D053)
Amends the DFARS to reflect the joining of the Central Contractor Registration (CCR), Online Representations and Certification Application (ORCA), and Excluded Parties Listing System (EPLS) databases into the System for Award Management (SAM) database.
Affected parts/subparts/sections: Part 204; 209; 217; 252.204-7004; 252.204-7007; 252.232-7006; 252.232-7011; 252.245-7004; and Appendix F; PGI 204.602; 204.606; 204.11; 209.105-1; 209.405(3); and 245.602.70.
Only One Offer—Further Implementation (DFARS Case 2013-D001)
Proposes to amend the DFARS to address only one offer. This proposed rule further implements DoD policy relating to competitive acquisitions in which only one offer is received, providing additional exceptions, and further addressing request for data other than certified cost or pricing data from the Canadian Commercial Corporation.
Proposes to amend the DFARS to partially implement section 818 (paragraphs (c) and (f)) of the NDAA for FY 2012. Section 818(c) requires the issuance of DFARS regulations addressing contractor responsibilities for detecting and avoiding the use or inclusion of counterfeit electronic parts or suspect counterfeit electronic parts, the use of trusted suppliers, and requirements for contractors to report counterfeit electronic parts and suspect counterfeit electronic parts. Paragraph (f) of section 818 contains the definitions of “covered contractor” and “electronic part.”
Preparation of Letter of Offer and Acceptance (DFARS Case 2012-D048)
Proposes to amend the DFARS at 225.7302 to revise and move the text at PGI 225.7302(1) into the DFARS, because of potential impact on contractors. The proposed rule provides direction to the contracting officer in preparing the letter of offer and acceptance for a foreign military sales program that will require an acquisition.
Forward Pricing Rate Proposal Adequacy Checklist (DFARS Case 2012-D035)
Proposes to amend the DFARS to address the forward pricing rate proposal adequacy checklist. This proposed rule provides guidance to contractors for the submittal of forward pricing rate proposals. The rule adds instructions at DFARS 215.403-5 for contracting officers to request contractors to submit the proposed forward pricing rate proposal adequacy checklist.
Authorization to Use Government Supply Sources-DLA (2013-P011)
Provides contact point for additional instruction for ordering from DLA Supply Sources.
Affected PGI parts/subparts/sections: PGI 251.102(b)
Combating Trafficking in Persons (2013-P003)
Provides revisions that enhance combating trafficking in persons in DoD contracts and subcontracts.
Affected PGI parts/subparts/sections: PGI 222.1703; 222.1704; 225.7401; and 237.172
Electronic Distribution of Military Interdepartmental Purchase Requests (2013-P002)
Creates distribution instructions for the Military Interdepartmental Purchase Request.
Affected PGI parts/subparts/sections: PGI 253.208-1
DEFENSE FAR SUPPLEMENT (DFARS) Publication Notice 20130419
On April 19, 2013, DoD made the following changes to the PGI:
Pre-Award Coordination for FAA Certification (DFARS PGI 2013-P009)
Provides procedures for pre-award coordination with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
Affected PGI parts, subparts/sections: PGI 246.408
DEFENSE FAR SUPPLEMENT (DFARS) Publication Notice 20130412
On April 12, 2013, DoD made the following changes to the DFARS:
Revises 215.406-3 to call attention to procedures in the PGI for uploading business clearance documentation in the Contract Business Analysis Repository (CBAR).
Corrects typographical error at 235.070-2.
Adds 237.102-79 to call attention to guidance at PGI 237.102-79 on private sector notification requirements in support of in-sourcing actions.
Revises PGI 215.406-3 to direct contracting officers to upload sole source business clearance documentation into the Contract Business Analysis Repository (CBAR).
Affected PGI parts/subparts/sections: PGI 215.406-3
Adds PGI 237.102-79 to provide guidance to contracting officers on private sector notification requirements in support of in-sourcing actions.
Affected PGI parts/subparts/sections: PGI 237.102-79
DEFENSE FAR SUPPLEMENT (DFARS) Publication Notice 20130328
On March 28, 2013, DoD made the following changes to the DFARS:
Proposal Adequacy Checklist (DFARS Case 2011-D042)
Amends the DFARS to address the proposal adequacy checklist. This rule incorporates a proposal adequacy checklist at DFARS 215.408 for proposals in response to solicitations that require submission of certified cost or pricing data, and supports DoD’s Better Buying Power initiatives. The objective of the rule is to ensure that offerors submit thorough, accurate, and complete proposals.
Affected parts/subparts/sections: Table of Contents; 215.408; and 252.215-7009.
United States—Korea Free Trade Agreement (DFARS Case 2012-D025)
Adopts the interim rule, without change, to implement the United States-Korea Free Trade Agreement.
Affected parts/subparts/sections: 225.1101; 252.204-7007; 252.212-7001; 252.225-7017; 252.225-7018; 252.225-7021; 252.225-7035; 252.225-7036; and 252.225-7045.
New Free Trade Agreement with Columbia (DFARS Case 2012-D032)
Adopts the interim rule, without change, to implement the United States-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement.
Affected parts/subparts/sections: 252.225-7017; 252.225-7021; 252.225-7036; and 252.225-7045.
Specialty Metals—Definition of “Produce” (DFARS Case 2012-D041)
Amends the DFARS to amend the definition of “produce” as it applies to specialty metals.
Affected parts/subparts/sections: 252.212-7001; 252.225-7008; 252.225-7009; and 252.244-7000.
DEFENSE FAR SUPPLEMENT (DFARS) Publication Notice 20130228
On February 28, 2013, DoD made the following changes to the DFARS:
Acquisition of Tents and Other Temporary Structures (DFARS Case 2012-D015)
Adopts the interim rule, with changes, to implement sections of the NDAA for FY 2012 that address the acquisition of tents and other temporary structures.
Affected parts/subparts/sections: Table of Contents, part 215; 215; 225.7002-1; 252.212-7001; and 252.225-7012; PGI 207.105.
Amends the DFARS to implement section 854 of the NDAA for FY 2009 and expand coverage on contractor requirements and responsibilities relating to alleged crimes by or against contractor personnel. The rule revises paragraph (d) of the clause at DFARS 252.225-7040, Contractor Personnel Authorized to Accompany U.S. Armed Forces Deployed Outside the United States, to require contractors to provide information to their employees on how and where to report alleged crimes and where to seek assistance or whistleblower protection.
Affected parts/subparts/sections: 252.225-7040.
Electronic Subcontracting Reporting System (DFARS Case 2009-D002)
Adopts the interim rule, with changes, to conform to the FAR regarding policy and procedures related to the Electronic Subcontracting Reporting System (eSRS). DoD published an interim rule in the Federal Register on October 25, 2010, to amend section 219.708, clauses 252.212-7001, 252.219-7003, and 252.219-7004, and sections I-105 and I-112 of Appendix I, to provide DoD-specific procedures and policies related to the eSRS.
Affected parts/subparts/sections: 219.708 and 252.219-7003 (corrects typo).
Unallowable Fringe Benefit Costs (DFARS Case 2012-D038)
Proposes to explicitly state that fringe benefit costs incurred or estimated that are contrary to law, employer-employee agreement, or an established policy of the contractor are unallowable.
A Microsoft Word format document showing the DFARS changes proposed by this rule is here here.
Encouragement of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Programs (DFARS Case 2012-D027)
Proposes to amend the DFARS to implement section 862 of the NDAA for FY 2012, which requires DoD to take steps to encourage contractors to develop science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) programs.
Corrects address of the Director, DAR Council at 201.201-1(d)(i);
Corrects 204.203(b)for consistency with FAR terminology;
Updates DFARS text at 215.404-71-2(e)(l)(i) by adding the word “data” for consistency with the FAR;
Removes obsolete language from 225.7006-3(b) and 225.7008(b);
Revises 242.302(a)(S-72);
Corrects clause date and link at 252.204-7004;
Corrects links at 252.211-7007(a), 252.211-7007(d)(6), and 252.211-7007(g)(1); and
Corrects clause dates at 252.212-7001(b)(2), 252.212-7001(b)(4), and at 252.212-7001(b)(26).
The Federal Register notice for this technical amendment is available here.
Contracting Activity Updates (DFARS PGI 2013-P008)
Corrects the list of the Department of Army contracting activities.
Affected PGI parts/subparts/sections: PGI 202.101
Property in Contracts for Performance-based Logistics and Contractor Logistics Services (DFARS PGI 2013-P006)
Clarifies the proper use and accountability of contractor acquired property, specifically logistics services contracts with no end item deliverables.
Affected PGI parts/subparts/sections: PGI 245.402-71
Administrative Changes to PGI: Provides link at PGI 215.406-1 to frequently asked questions and answers relating to section 808 of NDAA for FY 2012 and DFARS Class Deviation 2012-O0012. Adds PGI 242.302(a)(S-72) and link to suggested criteria to assess contractor’s implementation of SPOT. Makes minor revisions to PGI 242.302(a)(S-75).
DEFENSE FAR SUPPLEMENT (DFARS) Publication Notice 20121231
On December 31, 2012, DoD made the following changes to the DFARS:
Definition of Cost or Pricing Data (DFARS Case 2011-D040)
Updates the DFARS text to reflect the distinction between “certified cost or pricing data” and “data other than certified cost or pricing data.” The DFARS changes ensure consistency with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) which had been amended to clarify the distinction between those terms, as well as the requirements for the submission of cost or pricing data.
Affected parts/subparts/sections: 204.805; 215.403-1; 215.403-3; 215.404-1; 215.404-2; 215.404-4; 215.404-71-2; 215.407-5-70; 215.408; 217.7401; 217.7406; 219.806; 225.7303; 225.7304; 239.7406; 241.201; 242.7203; 242.7301; 242.7302; 252.209-7009; 252.215-7000; 252.215-7002; 252.217-7027; and 252.243-7002.
Contracting Activity Updates (DFARS Case 2012-D045)
Updates the list of contracting activities and moves the list to the DFARS Procedures, Guidance, and Instruction (PGI) at 202.101.
Affected parts/subparts/sections: 202.101
New Qualifying Country—Poland (DFARS Case 2012-D049)
Adds the Republic of Poland as a qualifying country he U.S. Secretary of Defense signed a new reciprocal defense procurement agreement with the Polish Minister of National Defense, which removes discriminatory barriers to procurements of supplies and services produced by industrial enterprises of the other country to the extent mutually beneficial and consistent with national laws, regulations, policies, and international obligations. The agreement does not cover construction or construction material.
Affected parts/subparts/sections: 225.003; 225.872; 252.212-7001; 252.225-7001; 252.225-7002; 252.225-7012; 252.225-7017; 252.225-7021; and 252.225-7036.
Corrects fax number at 201.201-1(d)(i)
Corrects DODOIG address at 203.1003.
Corrects typographical error at 204.1104. Redesignates 204.1104 as 204.1105 to correctly align with FAR 4.1105;
Clarifies terminology at 204.7102 and 204.7106 relating to contract line items.
Updates DPAP directorate office symbol at 215.403-1(c)(4)(B).
Corrects cross-reference at 219.202-1.
Redesignates 245.103(1) as 245.103-70, redesignates 245.103(2) as 245.103-71, adds new 245.103-72 and 103-73 to direct contracting officers to additional DFARS procedures, guidance, and information at PGI 245.103-72 and PGI 245.103-73 respectively.
Removes 245.201-71 and 245.201.72, and redesignates 245.201-73 as 245.201-71 Security Classification.
Corrects address of the DoD Office of Inspector General (DODIG) at 252.203-7003;
Removes DODIG address at 252.203.7004 and adds a hyperlink to obtain Hotline posters; and
Corrects typographical error at 252.247-7023;
DEFENSE FAR SUPPLEMENT (DFARS) Publication Notice 20121212
On December 12, 2012, DoD made the following changes to the PGI:
Contracting with the Canadian Commercial Corporation--Cost or Pricing Data (DFARS PGI 2012-P015)
Provides guidance and examples at PGI 215.403-3 relating to the requirement for data other than certified cost or pricing data from the Canadian Commercial Corporation.
Line Item Content. (DFARS PGI 2012-P018)
Provides guidance at PGI 204.7103 regarding the content of contract line items.
Contractor Orders from the GSA Central Asia and South Caucasus Supply Catalog (DFARS PGI 2013-P001)
Provides guidance and procedures at PGI 251.102 for contractors authorized to order from the GSA Central Asia and South Caucasus Supply Catalog under DFARS Class Deviation 2013-O0001, Authorization for Contractors to Use Government Supply Sources in Support of Operation Enduring Freedom.
Government-Furnished Property Attachments to Solicitations and Awards (DFARS PGI 2013-P004)
Enables the use of electronic formats when Government-furnished property is anticipated. Affects PGI 245.103.
Add memorandum entitled, Theater Business Clearance/Contract Administration Delegation Update (DFARS PGI 2013-P005)
Adds a hyperlink at PGI 225.7401(a)(ii) to the Director, DPAP memorandum, dated July 27, 2012, reminding contracting officers to use the JCCS Platform’s TBC module to submit TBC requests for proposed contract efforts in designated TBC countries.
Administrative Changes to PGI: Adds a link to the Procurement Data Standard at PGI 204.201(3); conforms numbering at PGI 209.406-3 to the FAR; removes outdated DFARS reference at 236.201 and adds correct reference to CPARS; corrects title at PGI 237.102-74; and updates example at PGI 243.204-71.
DEFENSE FAR SUPPLEMENT (DFARS) Publication Notice 20121116
On November 16, 2012, DoD made the following changes to the DFARS:
New Free Trade Agreement—Panama (DFARS Case 2012-D044)
Implements the United States—Panama Trade Promotion Agreement, Implementation Act (Pub. L. 112-43)(19 U.S.C. 3805 note) enacted into U.S. law on October 31, 2011, and entered into force on October 22, 2012. This interim rule adds Panama to the definition of “Free Trade Agreement country” in multiple locations in the DFARS. The Panama FTA covers acquisitions of supplies and services equal to or exceeding $202,000.
Affected parts/subparts/sections: 252.212-7001; 252.225-7017; 252.225-7018; 252.225-7021; 252.225-7035, Alternates I, II, IV and V; 252.225-7036 and Alternates II, IV and V; 252.225-7045.