5307.104-90 Solicitation Release
(a) For ACAT programs, see DAFI 63-101/20-101(paragraph 4.3.1) and DODI 5000.02
(b) For all other acquisitions, the contracting officer must not release the solicitation until the approval official has approved the Acquisition Plan (AP) unless the acquisition is being conducted pursuant to the authority of FAR 6.302-2, Unusual and compelling urgency.
(c) For acquisitions utilizing policies and procedures in accordance with FAR 15.3, see FAR 15.303 and the DoD Source Selection Procedures.