Code of Federal Regulations Title 48. Federal Acquisition Regulations System 48.8.1102 Presolicitation requirements

(1) The vehicles requested are of maximum fuel efficiency and minimum body size, engine size, and equipment (if any) necessary to fulfill operational needs, and meet prescribed fuel economy standards;

(2) The head of the requiring agency, or a designee, has certified that the requested passenger automobiles (sedans and station wagons) larger than Type IA, IB, or II (small, subcompact, or compact) are essential to the agency's mission;

(3) Internal approvals have been received;  and

(4) The General Services Administration has advised that it cannot furnish the vehicles.

(1) If the requirement is for type 1A, 1B, or II vehicles, which are by definition fuel efficient;  or

(2) If the requirement is for passenger vehicles larger than 1A, 1B, or II, and the agency has established procedures for advance approval, on a case-by-case basis, of such requirements.