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Current as of January 02, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(a) In accordance with FAR 7.1, the HCA shall develop an acquisition planning program for all acquisitions to ensure that its needs are met in the most effective, economical, the timely manner.
(b) Heads of contracting activities have the flexibility to develop programs that are best suited to their individual needs. Criteria and thresholds shall be established at which increasingly greater detail and formality in the planning process is required. DOJ components are encouraged to keep paperwork to a minimum and to put a premium on simplicity.
(c) HCAs shall ensure that, during the acquisition planning phase, requirements personnel consider the use of:
(1) The metric system of measurement consistent with 15 U.S.C. 2205(b); and
(2) Environmentally preferable and energy-efficient products and services.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Code of Federal Regulations Title 48. Federal Acquisition Regulations System 48.2807.103-70 Other officials' responsibilities - last updated January 02, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/cfr/title-48-federal-acquisition-regulations-system/cfr-48-2807-103-70/
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