Code of Federal Regulations Title 48. Federal Acquisition Regulations System 48.1425.202 Exceptions

(a)(1) The CO may determine the reasonableness of cost as determined by the formula in 1425.203–70.

(2) The Director, PAM has the authority to make the determination that use of U.S. construction material would be impracticable. Failure of the Director, PAM to issue a determination within 30 days after receipt of a request will be deemed approval for use of the cited foreign material.

(3) For items not on the list at FAR 25.108(d), the CCO may make the non-availability determination if the items cost less than the SAT. The HCA may make the non-availability determination when the cost of the items exceeds the SAT.