Code of Federal Regulations Title 48. Federal Acquisition Regulations System 48.42.1105 Assignment of criticality designator

A

Critical contracts, including DX-rated contracts (see subpart 11.6), contracts citing the authority in 6.302-2 (unusual and compelling urgency), and contracts for major systems.

B

Contracts (other than those designated “A”) for items needed to maintain a Government or contractor production or repair line, to preclude out-of-stock conditions or to meet user needs for nonstock items.

C

All contracts other than those designated “A” or “B”.