MP5301.601 (a)(i) Department of the Air Force Approval Authority Matrices

2023 Edition

Tables 1 and 2 consist of delegations (or retentions) of authority made by the Department of the Air Force Agency Head (HoA), Senior Procurement Executive (SPE), Service Acquisition Executives (SAEs), and Head of Contracting Activities (HCAs). The Tables do not contain authorities originally invested somewhere other than those positions (e.g., certain class deviations which must be approved by DPC). Table 3 reflects the authority to enter into, approve, or terminate Grants, Cooperative Agreements, Other Transactions and Procurements for Experimental purposes—including the issuance of a warrant for such purposes.

TABLE 1 – SAF/AQ NON-SPACE SYSTEMS AND PROGRAMS:

SAF/AQ is authorized to execute HoA, SAE, and SPE responsibilities for non-space systems and programs, including product support, unless otherwise noted in regulations or policy. For non-space systems and programs, including product support SAF/AQC (Deputy Assistant Secretary (Contracting) or the Associate Deputy Assistant Secretary (Contracting)) is designated HCA. Documents requiring HCA approval by SAF/AQC shall be submitted through the SCO to the SAF/AQC Workflow. Approvals from SAF/AQ, SecAF, or DPC require coordination from SAF/AQC.

Packages submitted to SAF/AQ shall include an electronic Staff Summary Sheet (eSSS) in the body of the email or as an attachment (Word document only). Include any applicable documentation and list each attachment under “Tabs” on the eSSS using the exact electronic file name (e.g., ACE Acquisition Strategy) of the corresponding attachment. Changes recommended during the staffing process must be adjudicated by the contracting officer. Submit questions or concerns regarding processing packages that require SAF/AQ approval to SAF/AQC Workflow.

TABLE 2 SAF/SQ SPACE SYSTEMS AND PROGRAMS:

SAF/SQ is authorized to execute HoA, SAE, and certain SPE responsibilities for space systems and programs, unless otherwise noted in regulation or policy. For space related systems and programs, the SSC/PK Director, the Space Development Agency (SDA) Director, or Space RCO (SpRCO) Director of Contracting are designated HCAs. Submit documents requiring HCA coordination or approval to the cognizant HCA workflow identified in DAFFARS 5302.101. Approvals from SAF/AQ, SAF/SQ, DPC, or SecAF require coordination from the HCA.

NOTE : Further Delegable Columns with “No” indicate retained responsibilities or those that are non-delegable or cannot be delegated further per regulation or statute. Further Delegable Columns with “Yes” require written delegations approved by the Delegated Authority reflected.

TABLE 1 SAF/AQ NON-SPACE SYSTEMS AND PROGRAMS (WHEN HCA IS SAF/AQC)

FOR MASTER FILE ONLY

Item

Reference

Responsibility/Designee

Original Authority

Delegated Authority

Further Delegable

1

FAR 1.602-3(b)(2) and (3)

DAFFARS 5301.602-3(b)(2)

Ratification of unauthorized commitments, subject to the limitations in FAR 1.602-3(c) at or above SAT.

HCA unless agency designates higher level, further delegable no lower than COCO

SCO No
2

FAR 1.602-3(b)(2) and (3)

DAFFARS 5301.602-3(b)(2)

Ratification of unauthorized commitments, subject to the limitations in FAR 1.602-3(c) below SAT. HCA unless agency designates higher level, further delegable no lower than COCO COCO No
3

DAFFARS 5301.601(a)(i)(A)

Authority to enter into, approve, or terminate Grants, Cooperative Agreements, Other Transactions and Procurements for Experimental purposes—including the issuance of a warrant for such purposes. HoA See Table 3 See Table 3
4

DAFFARS 5301.601(a)(i)(A)

DAFFARS 5301.603-1

Authority to enter into, approve, modify, and terminate contracts—including the issuance of a Contracting Officer warrant for such purposes. HoA SCO Yes
5

FAR 52.203-3

DAFFARS 5303.202

Determines, after notice and hearing, that contractor or representative offered or gave a gratuity to officer, official, or Government employee and intended, by the gratuity, to obtain a contract or favorable treatment under a contract; and determines amount of exemplary damages (between 3 and 10 times cost incurred by contractor in giving gratuities to person concerned). HoA or designee SAF/AQC No
6

FAR 3.104-2(a)

DAFFARS 5303.104-2(a)

Approves agency supplementation of 3.104 including specific definitions to identify individuals who occupy positions specified in 3.104-3(d)(1)(ii), and any clauses required by 3.104. SPE unless law establishes a higher level SAF/AQ No
7

FAR 3.104-5(c)(2)

DAFFARS 5303.104-3(c)(1)(ii)

DAFFARS 5303.104-5(c)(2)

Authorizes the disqualified official to resume participation in the procurement or determine that an additional disqualification period is necessary. (See DAFFARS 5303.104-5(c)(2) when the disqualified official is the SCO or the HCA). HCA SCO No
8

FAR 3.104-7

DAFFARS 5303.104-7(f)

Reviews and takes appropriate action on information that a reported violation or possible violation of a present or former government official or someone advising that official knowingly disclosed contractor bid or proposal information or source selection information before award. HCA SCO, only if GO or SES; otherwise, SAF/AQC No
9

DFARS 203.570-2(a)

DAFFARS 5303.570-2(a)

Grants waiver in the interest of national security that the prohibition period described in Paragraph (b) of clause 252.203-7001 may be less than 5 years. HoA or designee SAF/AQC No
10

DFARS 203.570-2(b)

DAFFARS 5303.570-2(b)

Makes written determination that the prohibition period described in Paragraph (b) of clause 252.203-7001 may be more than 5 years. HoA or designee SAF/AQC No
11

FAR 3.602

DAFFARS 5303.602

Authorizes contract award to a Government employee or to a business concern owned or controlled by a Government employee and only if there is a most compelling reason to do so per FAR 3.602. HoA or designee not below HCA SAF/AQC No
12

FAR 3.704(c)

DAFFARS 5303.704(c)

Considers, in addition to any penalty prescribed by law or regulation--suspension or debarment proceedings, voiding and rescinding contracts for a contractor convicted of any offense relating to contracts with the agency. HoA or designee SCO No
13

FAR 3.906(c)

DFARS 203.906(1)

DAFFARS 5303.906(c)(1)

Takes required actions regarding reprisals as prohibited by 203.903 (10 USC 4701). HoA or designee SAF/AQC No
14

FAR 3.1104(b)

DAFFARS 5303.1104(b)

Determines in writing that such action in FAR 3.1104(a) is in the best interest of the Government (HCA may impose conditions that provide mitigation of a personal conflict of interest or grant a waiver). HCA-shall not be redelegated SAF/AQC No
15

FAR 5.102(a)(5)(iii)

DAFFARS 5305.102(a)(5)(iii)

Makes written determination that availability of a solicitation through the GPE is not in the Government's interest. SPE SAF/AQC No
16

FAR 5.202(b)

DAFFARS 5305.202(b)

Makes written determination after consult with Administrator for Federal Procurement Policy and the Administrator of the Small Business Administration that advance notice of proposed contract action is not appropriate or reasonable. HoA SAF/AQC No
17

DFARS 205.502(a)

DAFFARS 5305.502(a)

Approves the publication of paid advertisements in newspapers. HCA SCO Yes, one level above CO
18

DFARS 206.302-1(a)(2)(i)(1)

DAFFARS 5306.302-1(a)(2)(i)(1)

Determines if agency can enter into contracts for studies, analyses, or consulting services on the basis of an unsolicited proposal without providing for full and open competition. HCA or designee no lower than COCO SCO Yes, no lower than COCO
19

FAR 6.302-1(d)

DFARS 206.302-1(d)

DFARS PGI 206.302-1(d)

DAFFARS 5306.302-1(d)

Approves waiver to post request for information or sources sought notices when using J&A authority FAR 6.302-1. HCA or designee no lower than GO/FO/SES SCO if GO or SES or MAJCOM SCO if GO or SES; otherwise, SAF/AQC No
20

DFARS 206.302-4(c)

DAFFARS 5306.302-4(c)

Approves a document (AFFARS prescribes use of International Agreement Competitive Restrictions (IACR)) that describes the terms of an agreement or treaty or written directions, such as a Letter of Offer and Acceptance, which have the effect of requiring the use of other than competitive procedures. J&A is not required. HCA CO No
21

FAR 6.304(a)(4)

DAFFARS 5306.304(a)

Approves in writing the justification for other than full and open competition for proposed contracts over $100M. SPE – not delegable SAF/AQ No
22

FAR 7.107-2(b)

DAFFARS 5307.107-2(b)

Determines that consolidation is necessary and justified if the benefits of the acquisition would substantially exceed the benefits that would be derived from each of the alternative contracting approaches identified under paragraph (a)(2). SPE SCO No
23

FAR 7.107-2(e)

DAFFARS 5307.107-2(e)

Determines that consolidation is necessary and justified when the expected benefits do not meet the thresholds for a substantial benefit at paragraph (d)(1) of this subsection but are critical to the agency's mission success; and the procurement strategy provides for maximum practicable participation by small business. SPE SCO No
24

FAR 7.107-3(a)

DAFFARS 5307.107-3(a)

Makes written determination that the bundling is necessary and justified in accordance with 15 U.S.C. 644(e) after ensuring that conditions at (a)-(e) are met. HoA SAF/AQ No
25

FAR 7.107-3(f)(1)

DAFFARS 5307.107-3(f)(1)

Determines that bundling is necessary and justified when the expected benefits do not meet the thresholds for a substantial benefit but are critical to the agency's mission success; and the procurement strategy provides for maximum practicable participation by small business. SPE, not delegable SAF/AQ No
26

DFARS 207.470(b)

DAFFARS 5307.470(b)

Approves acquisition for vessel/aircraft/vehicle through a lease/charter/similar agreement for 18 months or more. HCA SCO No
27

FAR 8.404(h)(3)(ii)(C)

DAFFARS 5308.404(h)(3)(ii)(C)

Approves D&F when the total performance period, including options, of a T&M/LH order is more than three years. HCA SCO Yes, no lower than the COCO
28

FAR 8.405-3(a)(3)(ii)

DAFFARS 5308.405-3(a)(3)(ii)

Determination (in writing) to award single-award Blanket Purchase Agreement with an estimated value exceeding $100 million (including any options). HoA SCO No
29

FAR 8.405-6(b)(3)(ii)(C)

DAFFARS 5308.405-6(b)(3)(ii)(C)

Makes written determination that access through e-Buy not in Government's interest. SPE SAF/AQC No
30

FAR 8.405-6(d)(4)

DAFFARS 5308.405-6(d)

DAFFARS 5306.304(a)

Approves the justification for limited sources under a BPA with an estimated value over $100M. SPE – not delegable SAF/AQ No
31

FAR 9.202(a)

DFARS PGI 209.202(a)(1)

DAFFARS 5309.202(a)(1)

Is the designee referenced in FAR 9.202(a) (inclusion of other qualification requirements). HoA or designee SCO Yes, no lower than the COCO
32

FAR 9.206-1(b)

DAFFARS 5309.206-1(b)

Is the designee referenced in FAR 9.206-1(b) (enforcing qualification requirements). HoA or designee SCO Yes, no lower than COCO
33

DFARS 209.270-3(a)

DAFFARS 5309.270-3(a)

Approves a contract for procurement, modification, repair, or overhaul of an aviation critical safety item with a source approved by the head of the design control activity. HCA SCO Yes, no lower than the COCO
34

FAR 9.405(a)

DAFFARS 5309.405(a)

Determines compelling reason exists to solicit offers from, award contracts to, or consent to subcontracts with contractor debarred, suspended, or proposed for debarment. HoA SAF/AQC No
35

DFARS 209.405(b)(ii)(A)

DAFFARS 5309.405(b)(ii)(A)

Grants exemption permitting award to contractor that has violation of Clean Air or Clean Water Act. HoA, delegable no lower than GO or SES SAF/AQC No
36

FAR 9.405(e)(2)-(3)

DAFFARS 5309.405(e)(2)-(3)

Makes written determination of the compelling reason to consider bid received from, evaluate for award, include in competitive range or hold discussions with listed contractor. HoA SAF/AQC No
37

FAR 9.405-1(a)(1)

DAFFARS 5309.405-1(a)(1)

Directs discontinuance of contracts or subcontracts in existence at time contractor was debarred, suspended, or proposed for debarment. HoA SAF/AQC No
38

FAR 9.405-1(a)(2)

DAFFARS 5309.405-1(a)(2)

For contractors debarred, suspended, or proposed for debarment, makes written determination of the compelling reasons to place orders exceeding the guaranteed minimum; place orders under FSS, BPAs, or BOAs; or add new work, exercise options, or otherwise extend duration or current contracts or orders. HoA SAF/AQC No
39

FAR 9.405-2(a)

DFARS 209.405-2(a)

DAFFARS 5309.405-2(a)

States in writing that compelling reason exists for CO to consent to proposed subcontracts with contractors debarred, suspended, or proposed for debarment, or that the Secretary of Defense has identified in SAM Exclusions as being owned or controlled by the government of a country that is a state sponsor of terrorism. HoA SAF/AQC No
40

FAR 9.503/ 9.506(d)(3)

DAFFARS 5309.503

DAFFARS 5309.504(c)

Waives FAR 9.5 requirements -- Organizational and Consultant Conflicts of Interest (OCI). HoA or designee SAF/AQC No
41

DFARS 209.571-7(c)(1)

DAFFARS 5309.571-7(c)(1)

Determines an exception to Limitation on Future Contracting in systems engineering and technical assistance contracts is necessary. HCA – cannot be delegated SAF/AQC No
42

FAR 11.103(a)

DAFFARS 5311.103(a)

Require offerors to demonstrate that items offered have (1) either achieved market acceptance or been satisfactorily supplied to an agency under current or recent contracts for the same or similar requirements, and (2) otherwise meet the item description, specifications, or other criteria prescribed in the public notice and solicitation. HoA CO No
43

DFARS 211.274-2(b)(1)

DAFFARS 5311.274-2(b)(1)

Determines the items are to be used to support a contingency or humanitarian or peacekeeping operation; to facilitate defense against or recovery from nuclear, biological, chemical, or radiological attack; to facilitate the provision of international disaster assistance; or to support response to an emergency or major disaster and, therefore, contractor not required to provide DoD IUID. HCA SCO No
44

DFARS 211.274-2(b)(2)(i)(A)

DAFFARS 5311.274-2(b)(2)(i)(A)

Executes D&F that it is more cost effective for the Government to assign, mark, and register the unique item identifier after delivery, & item acquired from SB concern or is commercial acquired under FAR Part 12 or 8 for an ACAT I program. SAE PEO No
45

DFARS 211.274-2(b)(2)(i)((B)

DAFFARS 5311.274-2(b)(2)(i)(B)

Executes D&F that it is more cost effective for the Government to assign, mark, and register the unique item identifier after delivery, & item acquired from SB concern or is commercial acquired under FAR Part 12 or 8 for all other programs. HCA SCO No
46

FAR 11.501(d)

DAFFARS 5311.501(d)

Waives or reduces the amount of liquidated damages assessed under a contract if Commissioner, Financial Management Service, or designee approves (see Treasury Order 145-10). HoA SAF/AQC No
47

DFARS 212.102(a)(ii)(B)

DAFFARS 5312.102(a)(ii)(B)

If the contracting officer challenges an existing commercial product or commercial service determination, either confirm the prior determination was appropriate and still applicable, or issue a determination that the prior use of FAR Part 12 procedures was improper, or no longer appropriate, with a written explanation for the basis of the determination. HCA SCO No
48

DFARS 212.207(b)(iii)

DAFFARS 5312.207(b)(iii)

For any class D&F, approves written determination by the contracting officer to use T&M or LH for commercial services contracts.

HoA IAW Class Deviation until rescinded & PM 20-C-09 as incorporated SAF/AQC
49

DFARS 212.207(b)(iii)

DAFFARS 5312.207(b)(iii)

For an individual D&F if the base period plus any option period exceeds 3 years regardless of T&M/LH value, or if the T&M/LH value exceeds $10M, approves written determination by the contracting officer to use T&M or LH for commercial services contracts.

HoA IAW Class Deviation until rescinded & PM 20-C-09/-10 as incorporated SCO No
50

DFARS 212.207(b)(iii)

DAFFARS 5312.207(b)(iii)

For an individual D&F if the base period plus any option period is 3 years or less & the T&M/LH value is less than or equal to $10M, approves written determination by the contracting officer to use T&M or LH for commercial services contracts.

HoA IAW Class Deviation until rescinded & PM 20-C-09/-10 as incorporated SCO Yes, 1-level above the CO
51

DFARS 212.272(b)(2)(i)

DAFFARS 5312.272(b)(2)(i)

For contracts above $10M, determines no commercial services are suitable to meet the agency’s needs for facilities related services, knowledge-based services (e.g., Advisory and Assistance Services excluding engineering services), medical services, or transportation services. HCA SCO Yes, no lower than the COCO
52

DFARS 212.302(c)

DAFFARS 5312.302(c)

Waiver authority for tailoring provisions and clauses for acquisition of commercial products and commercial services under FAR 12.302(c). HCA SCO No
53

FAR 14.201-7(b)(2) and (c)(2)

DAFFARS 5314.201-7(b)(2)

and (c)(2)

Waives the requirement for inclusion of FAR clauses 52.214-27 and 52.214-28 in a contract with a foreign government or agency of that government. HCA SCO No
54

FAR 14.407-3(e)

DAFFARS 5314.407-3(e)

Make administrative determinations in connection with mistakes in bids alleged after opening of bids and before award. HoA COCO No
55

DFARS PGI 215.300 (DoD Source Selection Procedures) 1.2.3

DAFFARS MP5315.3 1.2.3

Waives requirements of DoD Source Selection Procedures paragraph 1.2 for solicitations valued between $10M and $1B SPE SCO No
56

DFARS 215.371-5

DAFFARS 5315.371-5

Waives the requirement at DFARS 215.371-2 to resolicit for an additional period of at least 30 days when only one offer is received as a result of a compe`titive solicitation allowing fewer than 30 days for receipt of proposals. HCA – no lower than 1-level above CO SCO Yes, no lower than the COCO
57

Class Deviation 2022-O0005 Rev 1

DAFFARS 5315.403-1(b)

Determines certified cost or pricing data should be required based on past performance or other information specific to the award.

HCA SCO No
58

FAR 15.403-1(c)(4)

DFARS 215.403-1(c)(4)(A)

DAFFARS 5315.403-1(c)(4)(A)

Waives requirement for submission of certified cost or pricing data in exceptional cases. HCA – w/o power of delegation SAF/AQC No
59

FAR 15.403-3(a)(4)

DAFFARS 5315.403-3(a)(4)

Approves determination to make award without offeror submission of data other than certified cost or pricing data.

HCA, delegable no lower than one level above CO SCO No
60

DFARS PGI 215.403-3(a)(6)(ii)

DAFFARS 5315.403-3(a)(6)(ii)

Provides quarterly information within 25 days following the end of the quarter using Contractor Denials of Data Requests.

HCA SCO No
61

FAR 15.403-4(a)(2)

DAFFARS 5315.403-4(a)(2)

Authorizes CO to obtain certified cost or pricing data for actions below the threshold in FAR 15.403-4(a)(1), provided the action exceeds the SAT. HCA – w/o power of delegation SAF/AQC No
62

Class Deviation 2022-O0005 Rev 1

DAFFARS 5315.404-2

Determines that auditing of records should be required based on past performance or other information specific to the award. HCA SCO No
63

DFARS 215.404-4(c)(2)(C)(2)

DAFFARS 5315.404-4(c)(2)(C)(2)

Approves the use of the alternate structured approach for Profit (see DFARS 215.404-73). HCA SCO Yes, no lower than the COCO
64

DFARS 215.407-3(b)(i)

DAFFARS 5315.407-3(b)(i)

Waives on a case-by-case basis, the use of forward pricing rate agreement (FPRA) rates when such rates are available. HCA SCO No
65

DFARS PGI 215.407-4(c)(2)(B)

DAFFARS 5315.407-4(c)(2)(B)

Requests an overhead should-cost review for a contractor business unit that does not meet the criteria found in DFARS PGI 215.407-4(c)(2)(A). HCA SCO No
66

DFARS 215.408(2)(i)(A)(2)

DFARS 225.870-4(c)(2)(ii)

DAFFARS 5315.408(2)(i)(A)(2)

Approve determination (when contracting with the Canadian Commercial Corporation) that data other than certified cost or pricing data are needed in order to determine that the price is fair and reasonable. HCA or designee no lower than 2-lvls above the CO SCO Yes, no lower than 2-levels above the CO
67

DFARS 215.408(2)(ii)(A)(2)

DFARS 225.870-4(c)(2)(ii)

DAFFARS 5315.408(2)(ii)(A)(2)

Approve determination (when contracting with the Canadian Commercial Corporation) that it is reasonably certain that data other than certified cost or pricing data will be needed in order to determine that the price of modifications is fair and reasonable.

HCA or designee no lower than 2-lvls above the CO

SCO Yes, no lower than 2-levels above the CO
68

FAR 16.206-3(d)

DAFFARS 5316.206-3(d)

Approves the use of a fixed-ceiling-price contract with retroactive price redetermination. HCA or higher if required by agency SAF/AQC No
69

FAR 16.401(d)

DFARS 216.401(d)(i) DAFFARS 5316.401(d)(i)

Approves D&F to justify that the use of an award-fee contract is in the best interest of the government. HCA or designee no lower than 1 level below the HCA SCO

No

70

FAR 16.401(d)

DFARS 216.401(d)(ii)

DAFFARS 5316.401(d)(ii)

Approves D&F to justify that the use of an incentive contract is in the best interest of the government. HCA or designee no lower than 1-lvl above the CO SCO Yes, no lower than 1-level above the CO
71

FAR 16.401(e)(3)(I)

DAFFARS 5316.401(e)(3)(i)

Designate the Fee Determining Official on an individual contract or class basis. This designation may be made by name, position, or function, without limitation. FDO unless otherwise authorized in agency procedures PEO for PEO designated programs or SCO for all other programs Yes
72

DFARS 216.405-2(1)

DAFFARS 5316.405-2(1)

Approves setting the percentage of award fee available for the final evaluation below 40 percent if the contracting officer determines that a lower percentage is appropriate. HCA – may not delegate SAF/AQC No
73

FAR 16.505(b)(2)(ii)(C)(4)

DAFFARS 5316.505(b)(2)

Approves the justification for exceptions to fair opportunity for a proposed order over $100M. SPE – not delegable SAF/AQ No
74

FAR 16.601(d)(1)(ii)

DFARS 216.601(d)(i)(A)(3)

DAFFARS 5316.601(d)(i)(A)(3)

Approves a D&F that a listed exception applies. HCA SAF/AQC No
75

FAR 16.603-2(c)(3)

DAFFARS 5316.603-2(c)(3)

Approves the determination of a reasonable price or fee if the CO & contractor fail to reach agreement. HCA SCO No
76

FAR 16.603-3

DAFFARS 5316.603-3

Determines a letter contract may be used if no other contract type is suitable. HCA or designee SCO Yes, below $50M but no lower than the COCO
77

FAR 17.105-1(b)

DAFFARS 5317.105-1(b)

Enters into a multi-year contract (MYC) for supplies (DoD) if conditions at (b)(1)-(5) are met. HoA

PEO for PEO designated programs

SAF/AQC for all other programs

No
78

FAR 17.106-3(f)

DAFFARS 5317.106-3(f)

Authorizes the use of a solicitation requesting only multi-year prices, provided that dual proposals are not necessary to meet the objectives in FAR 17.105-2. HCA SCO No
79

FAR 17.106-3(g)

DAFFARS 5317.106-3(g)

Approves the use of variable unit prices on multi-year contracts provided that, for competitive proposals, there is a valid method of evaluation. HCA SCO No
80

DFARS 217.170(a)

DAFFARS 5317.170(a)

Compares cost if MYC to cost of an annual procurement approach, using present value analysis; award only if MYC will result in the lower cost. HoA

PEO for PEO designated programs

SAF/AQC for all other programs

81

DFARS 217.170(b)

DAFFARS 5317.170(b)

Provides written notice to the congressional defense committees at least 30 days before termination of any MYC. HoA

PEO for PEO designated programs

SAF/AQC for all other programs

No
82

DFARS 217.171(c)

DAFFARS 5317.171(c)

Makes written determination before entering into a MYC that the conditions at (c)(1)-(3) are met. HoA

PEO for PEO designated programs

SAF/AQC for all other programs

No
83

DFARS 217.172(f)(2)

DAFFARS 5317.172(f)(2)

Determines the conditions required by DFARS 217.172(h)(2)(i)-(vii) will be met by a multi-year contract equal to or greater than $750M. HCA SCO No
84

DFARS 217.172(g)

DAFFARS 5317.172(g)

Enters into a MYC for a weapon system pursuant to DFARS 217.172(g)(1) or advance procurement of components, parts, and materials necessary to manufacture a weapon system pursuant to DFARS 217.172 (g)(2) HoA SAF/AQC No
85

DFARS 217.172(h)

DAFFARS 5317.172(h)

Ensures that the conditions at (h)(1)-(7) are satisfied before awarding a MYC for a defense acquisition program that has been specifically authorized by law to be carried out using MYC authority. HoA

PEO for PEO designated programs

SAF/AQC for all other programs

No
86

DFARS 217.173

DAFFARS 5317.173

Enters into aMYC for up to 4 years (for supplies and services required for management, maintenance, and operation of military family housing) and pay for each year from annual appropriations. HoA

PEO for PEO designated programs

SAF/AQC for all other programs

No
87

DFARS 217.174(b)

DAFFARS 5317.174(b)

Determines, on the basis of a business case analysis, that the proposed purchase of electricity from sources of renewable energy under such contract is cost effective; and it would not be possible to purchase electricity from the source in an economical manner without the use of a contract for a period in excess of five years. HCA SCO No
88

DFARS 217.204(e)(i)(C)

DAFFARS 5317.204(e)(i)(C)

Determines in writing that exceptional circumstances require an ordering period that exceeds 10 years. HoA

PEO for PEO designated programs

SAF/AQC for all other programs

No
89

DFARS 217.204(e)(iii)

DAFFARS 5317.204(e)(iii)

Approves issuance of an order subject to 217.204(e)(i) if performance under the order is expected to extend more than 1 year beyond the 10-yr limit or extended limit described in (e)(i)(C).

SPE

PEO for PEO designated programs

SAF/AQC for all other programs

No
90

FAR 17.502-2(c)(2)

DAFFARS 5317.502-2(c)(2)

Approves D&F for an Economy Act order to obtain supplies or services by interagency acquisition when the servicing agency is not covered by the FAR. SPE, not delegable SAF/AQ No
91

FAR 17.703(e)

DAFFARS 5317.703(e)

Determine in writing that it is necessary in the interest of DoD to acquire supplies and services through the nondefense agency during the fiscal year, absent certification required by 17.703(a). SPE – no lower than HCA SAF/AQC No
92

DFARS 217.7404(a)(1)(ii)

DFARS 217.7404-1

DAFFARS 5317.7404(a)(1)(iii)

DAFFARS 5317.7404-1

Approves Undefinitized Contract Actions (UCA), to include Foreign Military Sales & including requirements for non-urgent spare parts and support equipment in a UCA; or modifying the scope of a UCA when performance has already begun. HCA SCO Yes, below $50M no lower than the COCO
93

DFARS 217.7404(b)(2)

DFARS 252.217-7027(c)

DAFFARS 5317.7404(b)(2)

Approves unilateral definitizations by the Contracting Officer (in writing) for UCAs with a value greater than $50M.

HCA w/o power of redelegation for any UCA value greater than $50M SAF/AQC No
94

DFARS 217.7404(b)(2)

DFARS 252.217-7027(c)

DAFFARS 5317.7404(b)(2)

Approves unilateral definitizations by the Contracting Officer (in writing) for UCAs with a value of $50M or below.

N/A SCO Yes, no lower than the COCO
95

DFARS 217.7404-3(a)(1)

DAFFARS 5317.7404-3(a)(1)

Determines in writing that extending definitization beyond an additional 90 days is in the best interest of the Government. HCA w/o power of redelegation SAF/AQC No
96

DFARS 217.7404-5(b)

DAFFARS 5317.7404-5(b)

Waives limitations of 217.7404(a) Foreign military sales contracts; 217.7404-2 Price ceiling; 217.7404-3 Definitization schedule; and 217.7404-4 Limitations of obligations, if necessary to support cont. ops or humanitarian/peacekeeping op. HoA HCA No
97

DFARS PGI 217.7504(4)(ii)

DAFFARS 5317.7504(4)(ii)

Authorizes reverse engineering. HCA SCO No
98

DFARS 217.7505(b)

DAFFARS 5317.7505(b)

Contracting Officer submits certification for a replenishment part price increase that increased by 25 percent or more over the most recent 12-month period to the appropriate authority. HCA SCO No
99

FAR 18.125

DAFFARS 5318.125

Determines that the contracting process may continue after GAO has received a protest (See FAR 33.104(b) and (c)). HCA on non-delegable basis per 33.104 SAF/AQC No
100

FAR 18.2

FAR 18.201

DFARS 218.271

DFARS 218.202

DFARS 218.201(2)

DFARS 218.201

DAFFARS 5318.202

DAFFARS 5318.201(c)(2)

DAFFARS 5318.201(c)

DAFFARS 5318.201(b)

DAFFARS 5318.271(S-90)

DAFFARS 5318.271

Associated References

FAR 2.101, paragraph (3)

FAR 2.101

FAR 12.102(f)(1)

FAR 13.500(c)(1)

FAR 13.201(g)(1)

DFARS 211.274-2(b)(1)

DFARS 215.371-4(a)(2)

DFARS 216.601(d)(i)(A)(3)

DAFFARS 5311.274-2(b)(1)

DAFFARS 5312.102(f)(1)

DAFFARS 5313.201(g)(1)

DAFFARS 5313.500(c)(1)

DAFFARS 5315.371-4(a)(2)

DAFFARS 5316.601(d)(i)(A)(3)

Determines that micro-purchases and simplified acquisitions of supplies or services (or the supplies or services themselves as applicable) are to be used in support of a contingency operation; to facilitate defense against or recovery from cyber, nuclear, biological, chemical, or radiological attack; to facilitate the provision of international disaster assistance; or to support response to an emergency or major disaster. Various SCO Yes, no lower than COCO
101

FAR 19.201(b)

DAFFARS 5319.201(b)

Implements small business programs within their activities, achieve program goals, and ensure contracting personnel maintain knowledge of program requirements. HCA SCO No
102

DFARS 219.201(c)(8)

DAFFARS 5319.201(c)(8)

Assigns small business technical advisors to perform this function in accordance with DFARS 219.201(c)(8). HCA SCO No
103

FAR 19.502-8(b)

DFARS 219.502-8(b)

DAFFARS 5319.502-8(b)

Renders a decision regarding the CO’s rejection of an SBA recommendation. HCA SCO Yes, no lower than the COCO
104

FAR 19.1305(d)(2)

DAFFARS 5319.1305(d)(2)

Determines not to suspend action on the acquisition because urgent and compelling circumstances exist. HCA SCO No
105

FAR 19.1405(d)

DAFFARS 5319.1405(d)

Determines not to suspend action. Replies to SBA after receipt of a formal appeal from SBA concerning rejection of a set-aside for Service-disabled Veteran-owned Small Business. HCA SCO No
106

FAR 19.1505(i)(3)

DAFFARS 5319.1505(i)(3)

Issues a written determination on SBA’s appeal of the CO rejection of SBA’s PCR recommendation.

HoA SAF/AQC No
107

FAR 19.1505(i)(3)

DAFFARS 5319.1505(i)(3)

Makes a written determination that urgent and compelling circumstances which significantly affect the interests of the United States compel award of the contract. HoA SAF/AQC No
108

FAR 19.1505(i)(5)

DAFFARS 5319.1505(i)(5)

Specifies in writing the reasons for a denial of an SBA formal appeal. HoA or designee SAF/AQC No
109

FAR 22.101-1(e)

DAFFARS 5322.101-1(e)

Designates programs for contractors to notify Government of actual or potential labor disputes. HCA SCO Yes, no lower than the COCO
110

DFARS 222.101-3-70(b)

DFARS PGI 222.101-3-70(b)(ii)

DAFFARS 5322.101-3-70(b)(ii)

Submits impact reports on labor disputes to agency head when sufficient urgency warrants the attention of the agency head or when specifically requested. HCA SCO No
111

FAR 22.406-13

DFARS 222.406-13

DAFFARS 5322.406-13

For construction contracts, submits Semiannual Enforcement Reports to the labor advisor. HCA SCO No
112

FAR 22.805(a)(8)

DAFFARS 5322.805(a)(8)

Approves an urgent or critical award, without pre-award clearance from the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP), if OFCCP cannot complete the evaluation by required date. Applies for contracts/subcontracts $10M or more excluding construction. HCA SCO No
113

FAR 22.1802(d)

DAFFARS 5322.1802(d)

Waives the E-Verify requirement for a contract or subcontract or a class of contracts or subcontracts, either temporarily or for the period of performance. HCA – may not be delegated SAF/AQC No
114

DFARS 222.7003

DAFFARS 5322.7003

Waives the requirements of 222.7002 on case-by-case basis for national security. HoA SAF/AQC No
115

DFARS PGI 223.370-4(1)(i)(A)(2)

DAFFARS 5323.370-4(1)(i)(A)(2)

Waives the mandatory requirements for safety precautions for ammunition and explosives. HCA SCO No
116

FAR 25.103(a)

DFARS 225.103(a)(ii)(B)(1)

DAFFARS 5325.103(a)(ii)(B)(1)

Determines that domestic preference for foreign end product would be inconsistent with the public interest for acquisitions valued at or below SAT.

1-level above the CO 1-level above the CO No
117

FAR 25.103(a)

DFARS 225.103(a)(ii)(B)(2)

DAFFARS 5325.103(a)(ii)(B)(2)

Determines that domestic preference for foreign end product would be inconsistent with the public interest for acquisitions with a value greater than SAT but less than $1.5M. HCA SCO No
118

FAR 25.103(a)

DFARS 225.103(a)(ii)(B)(3)

DAFFARS 5325.103(a)(ii)(B)(3)

Determines that domestic preference for foreign end product would be inconsistent with the public interest for acquisitions valued $1.5M or more. HoA

SAF/AQ for ACAT I Programs

SAF/AQC for other than ACAT I Programs

No
119

FAR 25.103(b)(2)(i)

DFARS 225.103(b)(ii)(A)

DAFFARS 5325.103(b)(ii)(A)

DAFFARS MP5325.103(a)

Approves determination that an article/material/supply is not mined, produced, or manufactured in the United States in sufficient and reasonably available commercial quantities of a satisfactory quality for acquisitions valued at or below SAT. 1-level above the CO 1-level above the CO No
120

FAR 25.103(b)(2)(i)

DFARS 225.103(b)(ii)(B)

DAFFARS 5325.103(b)(ii)(B)

DAFFARS MP5325.103(a)

Approves determination that an article/material/supply is not mined, produced, or manufactured in the United States in sufficient and reasonably available commercial quantities of a satisfactory quality for acquisitions with a value greater than the SAT but less than $1.5M. COCO COCO No
121

FAR 25.103(b)(2)(i)

DFARS 225.103(b)(ii)(C)

DAFFARS 5325.103(b)(ii)(C)

DAFFARS MP5325.103(a)

Approves determination that an article/material/supply is not mined, produced, or manufactured in the United States in sufficient and reasonably available commercial quantities of a satisfactory quality for acquisitions valued at $1.5M or more. HCA SCO
122

FAR 25.202(a)(1)

DAFFARS 5325.202(a)(1)

Determines that application of the restrictions of the Buy American statute to a particular construction material would be impracticable or would be inconsistent with the public interest. HoA

SAF/AQ for ACAT I Programs

SAF/AQC for other than ACAT I Programs

No
123

FAR 25.202(a)(2)

DFARS 225.202(a)(2)

DAFFARS 5325.202(a)(2)

Buy American Exception. Approves determination that a particular construction material is not mined, produced, or manufactured in the United States in sufficient and reasonably available commercial quantities of a satisfactory quality for acquisitions valued above SAT.

HCA SCO Yes, no lower than the COCO
124

FAR 25.202(a)(2)

DFARS 225.202(a)(2)

DAFFARS 5325.202(a)(2)

Buy American Exception. Approves determination that a particular construction material is not mined, produced, or manufactured in the United States in sufficient and reasonably available commercial quantities of a satisfactory quality for acquisitions valued at or below SAT.

HCA SCO Yes, no lower than 1-level above the CO
125

FAR 25.204(b)

DAFFARS 5325.204(b)

Specifies a higher percentage than 20 percent that the CO adds to the offered price of any foreign construction material proposed for exception from the requirements of the Buy American statute based on the unreasonable cost of domestic construction materials. HoA

SAF/AQ for ACAT I Programs

SAF/AQC for other than ACAT I Programs

No
126

DFARS 225.403(c)(ii)(A)

DAFFARS 5325.403(c)(ii)(A)

Approves a national interest waiver for a purchase by an overseas purchasing activity if the product is critical for the support of U.S. forces stationed abroad. HCA SCO No
127

FAR 25.603(a)(1)(i)

DAFFARS 5325.603(a)(1)(i)

American Recovery and Reinvestment Act-Buy American Statute-Construction Materials. Approves determination that a particular construction material is not mined, produced, or manufactured in the United States in sufficient and reasonably available commercial quantities of a satisfactory quality for acquisitions with a value greater than SAT. HCA SCO Yes, but no lower than the COCO
128

FAR 25.603(a)(1)(i)

DAFFARS 5325.603(a)(1)(i)

American Recovery and Reinvestment Act-Buy American Statute-Construction Materials. Approves determination that a particular construction material is not mined, produced, or manufactured in the United States in sufficient and reasonably available commercial quantities of a satisfactory qualityfor acquisitions value at or below the SAT. HCA SCO Yes, no lower than 1-level above the CO
129

FAR 25.603(a)(1)(iii)

DAFFARS 5325.603(a)(1)(iii)

Determines that application of the restrictions of section 1605 of the Recovery Act to a particular manufactured construction material, or the restrictions of the Buy American statute to a particular unmanufactured construction material would be inconsistent with the public interest. HoA

SAF/AQ for ACAT I Programs

SAF/AQC for other than ACAT I Programs

No
130

FAR 25.603(a)(2)

DAFFARS 5325.603(a)(2)

Determines that application of the Buy American statute to a particular unmanufactured construction material would be impracticable. HoA

SAF/AQ for ACAT I Programs

SAF/AQC for other than ACAT I Programs

No
131

FAR 25.603(b)(2)

DAFFARS 5325.603(b)(2)

When a determination is made, for any of the reasons stated in FAR 25.603, that certain foreign construction materials may be used, provides a notice to the Federal Register within three business days after the determination of the inapplicability of Section 1605 of the Recovery Act is made, with a copy to the Administrator for Federal Procurement Policy and to the Recovery Accountability and Transparency Board. HoA SAF/AQC No
132

FAR 25.1001(a)(2)(iii)

DAFFARS 5325.1001(a)(2)(iii)

Executes D&F in accordance with 25.1001(b), that use of 52.215-2 w/Alt III or 52.212-5 w/Alt I will best serve interest of the United States. HoA SAF/AQC No
133

DFARS 225.7008(b)

DAFFARS 5325.7008(b)

Waives restrictions on certain foreign purchases under 10 U.S.C. 4864. HCA SCO No
134

DFARS 225.7021-3

DAFFARS 5325.7021-3

Determines that the disclosure requirements regarding use of facilities and employment of individuals who perform work in the People’s Republic of China would not be in the national security interests of the US. SPE, not delegable SAF/AQ No
135

DFARS 225.7501(c)

DAFFARS 5325.7501(c)

Any time during the acquisition process, determines that it is not in the public interest to apply the restrictions of the Balance of Payments Program to the end product or construction material. HoA SAF/AQC No
136

DFARS 225.7703-2(b)(2)(i)

DAFFARS 5325.7703-2(b)(2)(i)

Makes written determination that it is in the national security interest of the US to use a procedure in 225.7703-1(a) for products or services not limited to use by the military forces, police, or other security personnel of Afghanistan (individual action D&F with a value of less than $100M).

HCA SAF/AQC No
137

DFARS 225.7703-2(b)(2)(ii)

DAFFARS 5325.7703-2(b)(2)(ii)

Makes written determination that it is in the national security interest of the US to use a procedure in 225.7703-1(a) for products or services not limited to use by the military forces, police, or other security personnel of Afghanistan (value of $100M or more) or to a class of acquisitions. SAE w/o power of redelegation SAF/AQ No
138

FARS 26.203(b)

DAFFARS 5326.203(b)

Determines in writing that transition to local firms is not feasible or practicable (individual or class basis). HoA SAF/AQC No
139

FAR 27.201-2(e)

DAFFARS 5327.201-2(e)

Approves to exempt U.S. patents from the patent indemnity clause. HoA SAF/AQC No
140

FAR 27.306(a)

DAFFARS 5327.306(a)

In contracts with small business concerns or nonprofits, approves and signs written justification allowing Government to require licensing to 3rd parties of inventions. May only authorize if (1) Use of the invention by others is necessary for the practice of a subject invention or for the use of a work object of the contract; and (2) Action is necessary to achieve the practical application of the subject invention or work object. HoA – may not delegate this authority SAF/AQ No
141

FAR 28.105

DAFFARS 5328.105

Approves using other types of bonds when acquiring particular supplies or services. HCA SCO Yes, no lower than the COCO
142

FAR 28.106-2(a)

DAFFARS 5328.106-2(a)

Approves the use of a new surety bond during the performance of the contract. HCA SCO Yes, no lower than the COCO
143

FAR 28.106-6(c)

DAFFARS 5328.106-6(c)

Provides a certified copy of the payment bond and the contract in accordance with FAR 28.106-6(c); including determining the reasonable and appropriate costs the requestor must pay. HoA or designee SCO Yes, no lower than the CO
144

DFARS 228.311-1

DAFFARS 5328.311-1

Waives the requirement for use of FAR clause 52.228-7, Insurance -- Liability to Third Persons. HCA SCO No
145

DFARS 228.370(a)(2)

DAFFARS 5328.370(a)(2)

Disallows the contractor to buy insurance for war-hazard losses. If so, the CO shall insert the clause at DFARS 252.228-7000. HCA SCO No
146

FAR 30.201-5(a)

DFARS 230.201-5(a)

DAFFARS 5330.201-5(a)

Waive CAS applicability in accordance with the conditions at FAR 30.205-5(b). HoA, delegable no lower than senior contract policy making level SAF/AQC No
147

FAR 30.202-6(b)

DAFFARS 30.202-6(b)

Authorizes award of a CAS-covered contract w/o obtaining submission of the required disclosure statement. HoA on a nondelegable basis SAF/AQ No
148

Class Deviation 2011-O0006

DAFFARS 5331

Waives the requirements of FAR 31. HCA SCO No
149

Class Deviation 2011-O0006

DAFFARS 5331

Determine that incurrence of the Contribution in Aid of Construction (CIAC) tax is necessary to achieve the most beneficial business case for the Government and allowing the CIAC tax will result in significant benefits to the Government that outweigh the cost of allowing the tax. HCA SCO No
150

FAR 32.202-1(d)

DAFFARS 5332.202-1(d)

Approves commercial product/service unusual contract financing HCA SAF/AQC No
151

FAR 32.402(c)(1)(iii)

DAFFARS 5332.402(c)(1)(iii)

Determines, based on written findings, that advance payment is in public interest or facilitates national defense. HoA or designee SAF/AQC No
152

DFARS 232.901(1)(ii)

DAFFARS 5332.901(1)(ii)

Makes determination, after consultation with the cognizant comptroller, that conditions exist that limit normal business operations. HCA SCO No
153

FAR 32.906(a)

DAFFARS 5332.906(a)

Determines that (1) making invoice and contract financing payments earlier than 7 days prior to the dates specified in the contract is warranted in a specific case; or (2) use of accelerated payment methods described in 5 CFR §1315.5 is necessary. HoA SAF/AQC No
154

FAR 32.1106(b)

DAFFARS 5332.1106(b)

Authorizes electronic funds transfer (EFT) for a non-domestic transaction if (1) the political, financial, and communications infrastructure in the foreign country supports EFT payment; or (2) payments of other than United States currency may be made safely. HoA SAF/AQC No
155

FAR 33.102(b)(3)(ii)

DAFFARS 5333.102(b)(3)(ii)

At the request of the contractor, reviews agency records associated with a request for reimbursement of protest costs by the Government. HCA SCO Yes, no lower than the COCO
156

FAR 33.104(b)(1) or (c)(2)

DAFFARS 5333.104(b)(1) or (c)(2)

Authorizes contract award notwithstanding a GAO protest before award, or continued contract performance notwithstanding a GAO protest after award. HCA on a nondelegable basis SAF/AQC No
157

FAR 33.104(g)

DAFFARS 5333.104(g)

Reports to the GAO why their recommendations have not been followed by the agency not later than 5 days after the expiration of the 60-day response period. HCA SAF/AQC No
158

DFARS 233.215(3)

DAFFARS 5333.215(3)

Determines that continued performance is necessary pending resolution of any claim that might arise under or be related to the contract. HCA SCO Yes, no lower than 1-level above CO
159

DFARS 234.7002(d)(4)

DAFFARS 5334.7002(d)(4)

Determines the information submitted is not sufficient to determine the reasonableness of price for items developed exclusively at private expense. HCA SCO No
160

DFARS 235.015-70(c) & (d)(3)(ii)

DAFFARS 5335.015-70(c) & (d)(3)(ii)

Approves special use allowance for research facility acquired by educational institutions. HCA SCO No
161

DFARS 235.070-1(a)

DAFFARS 5335.070-1(a)

Approves requests for indemnification of unusually hazardous risks under 10 U.S.C. 3861.

IAW Air Force

Indemnification Guide

AFMC/PK SCO

AFLCMC/PK SCO

No
162

FAR 36.208

DAFFARS 5336.208

Approves concurrent performance of firm-fixed-price and other types of construction contracts at the same work site. HCA SCO Yes, no lower than the COCO
163

FAR 36.209

DAFFARS 5336.209

Approves contract awards for the construction of a project to the firm that designed the project or its subsidiaries or affiliates HoA or authorized representative

SCO

No
164

FAR 36.213-2(a)

DAFFARS 5336.213-2(a)

Waives the requirement for pre-solicitation notices for proposed construction contracts expected to exceed the SAT. HCA or designee SCO Yes, no lower than the COCO
165

DFARS 236.270(a)

DAFFARS 5336.270(a)

Certifies that the additional expenditures are necessary to protect the National interest AND establishes a reasonable completion date for the project (Approval to expedite the completion date of a contract funded by a MILCON appropriations act, if additional costs are involved). HoA may not be delegated SAF/AQ No
166

DFARS 236.272(b)(1) & (b)(2)

DAFFARS 5336.272(b)

(1) Authorizes the use of prequalification for urgent or complex construction projects; and

(2) Approves the prequalification procedures of construction sources.

HCA SCO Yes, no lower than the COCO
167

FAR 36.301(b)(3)(vi)

DAFFARS 5336.301(b)(3)(vi)

Establishes other criteria for use of two-phase design-build selection procedures. HCA SCO Yes, no lower than the COCO
168

DFARS 236.303-1(a)(4)(i)(B)

DAFFARS 5336.303-1(a)(4)(i)(B)

Approves determination to allow more than five offerors to submit phase two design-build proposals for acquisitions exceeds $4.5M. HCA delegable no lower than SCO SCO No
169

DFARS 236.570(b)(2)

DAFFARS 5336.570(b)(2)

Approves use of a separate bid item for mobilization and preparatory work. HCA SCO Yes, no lower than the COCO
170

FAR 36.602-3

DAFFARS 5336.602-3

Oversees evaluation board functions for A&E contracts. HCA SCO Yes, no lower than the COCO
171

FAR 36.609-1(c)(1)

DAFFARS 5336.609-1(c)(1)

Determines that, in fixed-price A&E contracts, cost limitations are secondary to performance considerations and additional project funding can be expected, if necessary. HCA or designee SCO No
172

DFARS 237.104(b)(iii)(A)(2)

DAFFARS 5337.104(b)(iii)(A)(2)

Approves a proposed personal services contract for services to be provided by individuals outside the U.S. and directly supports defense intelligence components or special operations command. Services must be urgent, cannot be obtained by other means, and are supporting DoD activities or programs outside the U.S. HCA SCO No
173

FAR 37.113-1(a)

DAFFARS 5337.113-1(a)

May waive the 31.205-6(g)(6) cost allowability limitations on severance payments to foreign nationals that meet the conditions at 37.113-1(a)(1)-(2). HoA SAF/AQC No
174

FAR 37.204(a)

DAFFARS 5337.204(a)

Determines if sufficient personnel with the requisite training and capabilities are available within the agency to perform the evaluation or analysis or proposals submitted for the acquisition. HoA

PEO for PEO designated programs

SAF/AQC for all other programs

175

DFARS 237.7401(c)

DAFFARS 5337.7401(c)

Determines the services being acquired under contract with the local government are in DoD’s best interest. HCA SCO Yes, no lower than the COCO
176

DFARS 239.101(1)

DAFFARS 5339.101(1)

Determines no commercial products or commercial services are suitable to meet the agency’s needs for information technology products or services in excess of the SAT. HCA SCO Yes, no lower than the COCO
177

FAR 41.202(c)(2)

DAFFARS 5341.202(c)(2)

Approves determination to pay the non-negotiated utility rates due to contract impasse. HCA SCO Yes, no lower than the COCO
178

FAR 41.204(c)(1)(ii)

DAFFARS 5341.204(c)(1)(ii)

Determines use of the area-wide contract for utility services is not advantageous to the Government. HCA or designee SCO Yes, no lower than the COCO
179

FAR 42.202(c)(2)

DAFFARS 5342.202(c)(2)

Approves the delegation of additional functions to the CAO. HCA or designee SCO Yes, no lower than the COCO
180

DFARS PGI 242.7100(4)

DAFFARS 5342.7100(4)

Approves the solicitation of voluntary refunds from a contractor. HCA SCO No
181

DFARS 243.204-70-5(c)

DAFFARS 5343.204-70-5(c)

Waives limitations of 243.204-70-2 (price ceiling); 243.204-70-3 (definitization schedule); and 243.204-70-4 (limitations on obligations) if necessary to support cont. ops or humanitarian/peacekeeping op. HoA SAF/AQC No
182

FAR 44.302(a)

DAFFARS 5344.302(a)

Raises or lowers the $25 million contractor purchasing system review (CPSR) level if considered to be in the Government's best interest. HoA SAF/AQC No
183

FAR 45.102(e)

DAFFARS 5345.102(e)

Determines installation or construction of Government property on contractor-owned real property in such a fashion as to become non-severable is necessary and in the Government’s interest. HCA SCO No
184

DFARS 245.102(4)(ii)(B)

DAFFARS 5345.102(e)(4)(ii)(B)

Determines contractor will not be required to tag, label, or mark items that are to be in support of contingency operation or to facilitate defense against/recovery from NBCR attack. HoA SAF/AQC No
185

DFARS 245.102(4)(ii)(C)(1)(i)

DAFFARS 5345.102(e)(4)(ii)(C)(1)(i)

Executes D&F concluding that it is more cost effective for the Government requiring activity to assign, mark, and register the unique item identification after delivery of an item acquired from a small business concern or a commercial product acquired under FAR part 12 or part 8 for an ACAT I program. SAE PEO No
186

DFARS 245.102(4)(ii)(C)(1)(ii)

DAFFARS 5345.102(e)(4)(ii)(C)(1)(ii)

Approves a determination and findings concluding that it is more cost effective for the Government requiring activity to assign, mark, and register the unique item identification after delivery of an item acquired from a small business concern or a commercial product acquired under FAR part 12 or part 8 for all other programs. HCA SCO No
187

FAR 45.301(f)

DAFFARS 5345.301(f)

Approves use of Government property for commercial use expected to exceed 25 percent of the total use of Government and commercial work performed. HCA SCO Yes, no lower than the COCO
188

FAR 48.104-3(a)

FAR 48.202

DAFFARS 5348.104-3(a)

Determines if the cost of calculating and tracking collateral savings will exceed the benefits to be derived. HCA SCO Yes, no lower than the COCO
189

DFARS 249.501-70(a)

DAFFARS 5349.501-70(a)

Approves the use of 252.249-7000, Special Termination Costs in incrementally funded contract. HoA SAF/AQC No

TABLE 2 SAF/SQ SPACE SYSTEMS AND PROGRAMS (WHEN HCA IS SSC/PK, SDA DIRECTOR, OR SPRCO DIRECTOR OF CONTRACTING)

FOR MASTER FILE ONLY

Item

Reference

Responsibility/Designee

Original Authority

Delegated Authority

Further Delegable

1

FAR 1.602-3(b)(2) and (3)

DAFFARS 5301.602-3(b)(2)

Ratification of unauthorized commitments, subject to the limitations in FAR 1.602-3(c) at or above SAT. HCA unless agency designates higher level, further delegable no lower than COCO SCO No
2

FAR 1.602-3(b)(2) and (3)

DAFFARS 5301.602-3(b)(2)

Ratification of unauthorized commitments, subject to the limitations in FAR 1.602-3(c) below SAT. HCA unless agency designates higher level, further delegable no lower than COCO COCO No
3

DAFFARS 5301.601(a)(i)(A)

Authority to enter into, approve, or terminate Grants, Cooperative Agreements, Other Transactions and Procurements for Experimental purposes—including the issuance of a warrant for such purposes. HoA See Table 3 See Table 3
4

DAFFARS 5301.601(a)(i)(A)

DAFFARS 5301.603-1

Authority to enter into, approve, modify, and terminate contracts—including the issuance of a Contracting Officer warrant for such purposes. HoA SCO No
5

FAR 3.104-2(a)

DAFFARS 5303.104-2(a)

Approves agency supplementation of 3.104 including specific definitions to identify individuals who occupy positions specified in 3.104-3(d)(1)(ii), and any clauses required by 3.104. SPE unless law establishes a higher level SAF/SQ No
6

FAR 3.104-5(c)(2)

DAFFARS 5303.104-3(c)(1)(ii)

DAFFARS 5303.104-5(c)(2)

Authorizes the disqualified official to resume participation in the procurement or determine that an additional disqualification period is necessary. (See DAFFARS 5303.104-5(c)(2) when the disqualified official is the SCO or the HCA). HCA SCO No
7

FAR 3.104-7

DAFFARS 5303.104-7(f)

Reviews and takes appropriate action on information that a reported violation or possible violation of a present or former government official or someone advising that official knowingly disclosed contractor bid or proposal information or source selection information before award. HCA, further delegable no lower than COCO (must be SES or flag officer) SCO, only if GO or SES; otherwise, HCA No
8

FAR 52.203-3

DAFFARS 5303.202

Determines, after notice and hearing, that contractor or representative offered or gave a gratuity to officer, official, or Government employee and intended, by the gratuity, to obtain a contract or favorable treatment under a contract; and determines amount of exemplary damages (between 3 and 10 times cost incurred by contractor in giving gratuities to person concerned). HoA or designee HCA No
9

DFARS 203.570-2(a)

DAFFARS 5303.570-2(a)

Grants waiver in the interest of national security that the prohibition period described in Paragraph (b) of clause 252.203-7001 may be less than 5 years. HoA or designee HCA No
10

DFARS 203.570-2(b)

DAFFARS 5303.570-2(b)

Makes written determination that the prohibition period described in Paragraph (b) of clause 252.203-7001 may be more than 5 years. HoA or designee HCA No
11

FAR 3.602

DAFFARS 5303.602

Authorizes contract award to a Government employee or to a business concern owned or controlled by a Government employee and only if there is a most compelling reason to do so per FAR 3.602. HoA or designee not below HCA HCA No
12

FAR 3.704(c)

DAFFARS 5303.704(c)

Considers, in addition to any penalty prescribed by law or regulation, initiating suspension or debarment proceedings and voiding and rescinding contracts for a contractor convicted of any offense relating to contracts with the agency. HCA SCO No
13

FAR 3.906(c)

DFARS 203.906(1)

DAFFARS 5303.906(c)(1)

Takes required actions regarding reprisals as prohibited by 203.903 (10 USC 4701). HoA or designee HCA No
14

FAR 3.1104(b)

DAFFARS 5303.1104(b)

Determines in writing that such action in FAR 3.1104(a) is in the best interest of the Government (HCA may impose conditions that provide mitigation of a personal conflict of interest or grant a waiver). HCA-shall not be redelegated HCA No
15

FAR 5.102(a)(5)(iii)

DAFFARS 5305.102(a)(5)(iii)

Makes written determination that availability of a solicitation through the GPE is not in the Government's interest. SPE HCA
16

FAR 5.202(b)

DAFFARS 5305.202(b)

Makes written determination after consult with Administrator for Federal Procurement Policy and the Administrator of the Small Business Administration that advance notice of proposed contract action is not appropriate or reasonable.

HoA HCA No
17

DFARS 205.502(a)

DAFFARS 5305.502(a)

Approves the publication of paid advertisements in newspapers. HoA COCO No
18

DFARS 206.302-1(a)(2)(i)(1)

DAFFARS 5306.302-1(a)(2)(i)(1)

Determines if agency can enter into contracts for studies, analyses, or consulting services on the basis of an unsolicited proposal without providing for full and open competition. HCA or designee no lower than COCO COCO No
19

FAR 6.302-1(d)

DFARS 206.302-1(d)

DFARS PGI 206.302-1(d)

DAFFARS 5306.302-1(d)

Approves waiver to post request for information or sources sought notices when using J&A authority FAR 6.302-1. HCA or designee no lower than GO/FO/SES SCO if GO or SES; otherwise, HCA No
20

DFARS 206.302-4(c)

DAFFARS 5306.302-4(c)

Approves a document (DAFFARS prescribes use of International Agreement Competitive Restrictions (IACR)) that describes the terms of an agreement or treaty or written directions, such as a Letter of Offer and Acceptance, which have the effect of requiring the use of other than competitive procedures. J&A is not required. HCA CO No
21

FAR 6.304(a)(4)

DAFFARS 5306.304(a)

Approves in writing the justification for other than full and open competition for proposed contracts over $100M.

SPE – not delegable

SAF/SQ

No
22

FAR 7.107-2(b)

DAFFARS 5307.107-2(b)

Determines that consolidation is necessary and justified if the benefits of the acquisition would substantially exceed the benefits that would be derived from each of the alternative contracting approaches identified under paragraph (a)(2). SPE SCO No
23

FAR 7.107-2(e)

DAFFARS 5307.107-2(e)

Determines that consolidation is necessary and justified when the expected benefits do not meet the thresholds for a substantial benefit at paragraph (d)(1) of this subsection but are critical to the agency's mission success; and the procurement strategy provides for maximum practicable participation by small business. SPE SCO No
24

FAR 7.107-3(a)

DAFFARS 5307.107-3(a)

Makes written determination that the bundling is necessary and justified in accordance with 15 U.S.C. 644(e) after ensuring that conditions at (a)-(e) are met. HOA SAF/SQ No
25

FAR 7.107-3(f)(1)

DAFFARS 5307.107-3(f)(1) & (f)(2)

Determines that bundling is necessary and justified when the expected benefits do not meet the thresholds for a substantial benefit but are critical to the agency's mission success; and the procurement strategy provides for maximum practicable participation by small business. SPE, not delegable SAF/SQ No
26

DFARS 207.470(b)

DAFFARS 5307.470(b)

Approves acquisition for vessel/aircraft/vehicle through a lease/charter/similar agreement for 18 months or more. HCA SCO No
27

FAR 8.404(h)(3)(ii)(C)

DAFFARS 5308.404(h)(3)(ii)(C)

Approves D&F when the total performance period, including options, of a T&M/LH order is more than three years. HCA COCO No
28

FAR 8.405-3(a)(3)(ii)

DAFFARS 5308.405-3(a)(3)(ii)

Determination (in writing) to award single-award Blanket Purchase Agreement with an estimated value exceeding $100 million (including any options). HoA SCO No
29

FAR 8.405-6(b)(3)(ii)(C)

DAFFARS 5308.405-6(b)(3)(ii)(C)

Makes written determination that access through e-Buy not in Government's interest. SPE HCA No
30

FAR 8.405-6(d)(4)

DAFFARS 5308.405-6(d)

DAFFARS 5306.304(a)

Approves the justification for limited sources under a BPA with an estimated value over $100M.

SPE – not delegable

SAF/SQ

No
31

FAR 9.202(a)

DFARS PGI 209.202(a)(1)

DAFFARS 5309.202(a)(1)

Is the designee referenced in FAR 9.202(a) (inclusion of other qualification requirements). HoA or designee COCO No
32

FAR 9.206-1(b)

DAFFARS 5309.206-1(b)

Is the designee referenced in FAR 9.206-1(b) (enforcing qualification requirements). HoA or designee COCO No
33

DFARS 209.270-3(a)

DAFFARS 5309.270-3(a)

Approves a contract for procurement, modification, repair, or overhaul of an aviation critical safety item with a source approved by the head of the design control activity. HCA COCO No
34

FAR 9.405(a)

DAFFARS 5309.405(a)

Determines compelling reason exists to solicit offers from, award contracts to, or consent to subcontracts with contractor debarred, suspended, or proposed for debarment. HoA HCA No
35

DFARS 209.405(b)(ii)(A)

DAFFARS 5309.405(b)(ii)(A)

Grants exemption permitting award to contractor that has violation of Clean Air or Clean Water Act. HoA, delegable no lower than GO or SES HCA No
36

FAR 9.405(e)(2)-(3)

DAFFARS 5309.405(e)(2)-(3)

Makes written determination of the compelling reason to consider bid received from, evaluate for award, include in competitive range or hold discussions with listed contractor. HoA HCA No
37

FAR 9.405-1(a)(1)

DAFFARS 5309.405-1(a)(1)

Directs discontinuance of contracts or subcontracts in existence at time contractor was debarred, suspended, or proposed for debarment. HoA HCA No
38

FAR 9.405-1(a)(2)

DAFFARS 5309.405-1(a)(2)

For contractors debarred, suspended, or proposed for debarment, makes written determination of the compelling reasons to place orders exceeding the guaranteed minimum; place orders under FSS, BPAs, or BOAs; or add new work, exercise options, or otherwise extend duration or current contracts or orders. HoA HCA No
39

FAR 9.405-2(a)

DFARS 209.405-2(a)

DAFFARS 5309.405-2(a)

States in writing that compelling reason exists for CO to consent to proposed subcontracts with contractors debarred, suspended, or proposed for debarment, or that the Secretary of Defense has identified in SAM Exclusions as being owned or controlled by the government of a country that is a state sponsor of terrorism. HoA HCA No
40

FAR 9.503/ 9.506(d)(3)

DAFFARS 5309.503

DAFFARS 5309.506(d)(3)

Waives FAR 9.5 requirements -- Organizational and Consultant Conflicts of Interest (OCI). HoA or designee HCA No
41

DFARS 209.571-7(c)(1)

DAFFARS 5309.571-7(c)(1)

Determines an exception to Limitation on Future Contracting in systems engineering and technical assistance contracts is necessary. HCA – cannot be delegated HCA No
42

FAR 11.103(a)

DAFFARS 5311.103(a)

Require offerors to demonstrate that items offered have (1) either achieved market acceptance or been satisfactorily supplied to an agency under current or recent contracts for the same or similar requirements, and (2) otherwise meet the item description, specifications, or other criteria prescribed in the public notice and solicitation.

HoA CO No
43

DFARS211.274-2(b)(1)

DAFFARS 5311.274-2(b)(1)

Determines the items are to be used to support a contingency or humanitarian or peacekeeping operation; to facilitate defense against or recovery from nuclear, biological, chemical, or radiological attack; to facilitate the provision of international disaster assistance; or to support response to an emergency or major disaster and, therefore, contractor not required to provide DoD IUID. HCA SCO No
44

DFARS 211.274-2(b)(2)(i)(A)

DAFFARS 5311.274-2(b)(2)(i)(A)

Executes D&F that it is more cost effective for the Government to assign, mark, and register the unique item identifier after delivery, & item acquired from SB concern or is commercial acquired under FAR Part 12 or 8 for an ACAT I program. SAE PEO No
45

DFARS 211.274-2(b)(2)(i)((B)

DAFFARS 5311.274-2(b)(2)(i)(B)

Executes D&F that it is more cost effective for the Government to assign, mark, and register the unique item identifier after delivery, & item acquired from SB concern or is commercial acquired under FAR Part 12 or 8 for all other programs. HCA SCO No
46

FAR 11.501(d)

DAFFARS 5311.501(d)

Waives or reduces the amount of liquidated damages assessed under a contract if Commissioner, Financial Management Service, or designee approves (see Treasury Order 145-10). HoA HCA No
47

DFARS 212.102(a)(ii)(B)

DAFFARS 5312.102(a)(ii)(B)

If the contracting officer challenges an existing commercial product or commercial service determination, either confirm the prior determination was appropriate and still applicable, or issue a determination that the prior use of FAR Part 12 procedures was improper, or no longer appropriate, with a written explanation for the basis of the determination. HCA SCO No
48

DFARS 212.207(b)(iii)

DAFFARS 5312.207(b)(iii)

For any class D&F, approves written determination by the contracting officer to use T&M or LH for commercial services contracts.

HoA IAW Class Deviation until rescinded & PM 20-C-09 as incorporated HCA No
49

DFARS 212.207(b)(iii)

DAFFARS 5312.207(b)(iii)

For an individual D&F if the base period plus any option period exceeds 3 years regardless of T&M/LH value, or if the T&M/LH value exceeds $10M, approves written determination by the contracting officer to use T&M or LH for commercial services contracts.

HoA IAW Class Deviation until rescinded & PM 20-C-09/-10 as incorporated SCO No
50

DFARS 212.207(b)(iii)

DAFFARS 5312.207(b)(iii)

For an individual D&F if the base period plus any option period is 3 years or less & the T&M/LH value is less than or equal to $10M, approves written determination by the contracting officer to use T&M or LH for commercial services contracts.

HoA IAW Class Deviation until rescinded & PM 20-C-09/-10 as incorporated COCO No
51

DFARS 212.272(b)(2)(i)

DAFFARS 5312.272(b)(2)(i)

For contracts above $10M, determines no commercial services are suitable to meet the agency’s needs for facilities related services, knowledge-based services (e.g., Advisory and Assistance Services excluding engineering services), medical services, or transportation services. HCA COCO No
52

DFARS 212.302(c)

DAFFARS 5312.302(c)

Waiver authority for tailoring provisions and clauses for acquisition of commercial products and commercial services under FAR 12.302(c). HCA SCO No
53

FAR 14.201-7(b)(2) and (c)(2)

DAFFARS 5314.201-7(b)(2)

and (c)(2)

Waives the requirement for inclusion of FAR clauses 52.214-27 and 52.214-28 in a contract with a foreign government or agency of that government. HCA SCO No
54

FAR 14.407-3(e)

DAFFARS 5314.407-3(e)

Make administrative determinations in connection with mistakes in bids alleged after opening of bids and before award.

HoA COCO No
55

DFARS PGI 215.300 (DoD Source Selection Procedures) 1.2.3

DAFFARS MP5315.3 1.2.3

Waives requirements of DoD Source Selection Procedures paragraph 1.2 for solicitations valued between $10M and $1B SPE SCO No
56

DFARS 215.371-5

DAFFARS 5315.371-5

Waives the requirement at DFARS 215.371-2 to resolicit for an additional period of at least 30 days when only one offer is received as a result of a competitive solicitation allowing fewer than 30 days for receipt of proposals. HCA – no lower than 1-level above CO COCO No
57

Class Deviation 2022-O0005 Rev 1

DAFFARS 5315.403-1(b)

Determines certified cost or pricing data should be required based on past performance or other information specific to the award.

HCA SCO No
58

FAR 15.403-1(c)(4)

DFARS 215.403-1(c)(4)(A)

DAFFARS 5315.403-1(c)(4)(A)

Waives requirement for submission of certified cost or pricing data in exceptional cases. HCA – w/o power of delegation HCA No
59

FAR 15.403-3(a)(4)

DFARS PGI 5315.403-3(7)

DAFFARS 5315.403-3(a)(4)

Approves determination to make award without offeror submission of data other than certified cost or pricing data.

HCA, delegable to no lower than one level above CO SCO No
60

DFARS PGI 215.403-3(6)(ii)

DAFFARS 5315.403-3(a)(6)(ii)

Provides quarterly information within 25 days following the end of the quarter using Contractor Denials of Data Requests.

HCA SCO No
61

FAR 15.403-4(a)(2)

DAFFARS 5315.403-4(a)(2)

Authorizes CO to obtain certified cost or pricing data for actions below the threshold in FAR 15.403-4(a)(1), provided the action exceeds the SAT. HCA – w/o power of delegation HCA No
62

Class Deviation 2022-O0005 Rev 1

DAFFARS 5315.404-2

Determines that auditing of records should be required based on past performance or other information specific to the award. HCA SCO No
63

DFARS 215.404-4(c)(2)(C)(2)

DAFFARS 5315.404-4(c)(2)(C)(2)

Approves the use of the alternate structured approach for Profit (see DFARS 215.404-73). HCA COCO No
64

DFARS 215.407-3(b)(i)

DAFFARS 5315.407-3(b)(i)

Waives on a case-by-case basis, the use of forward pricing rate agreement (FPRA) rates when such rates are available. HCA SCO No
65

DFARS PGI 215.407-4(c)(2)(B)

DAFFARS 5315.407-4(c)(2)(B)

Requests an overhead should-cost review for a contractor business unit that does not meet the criteria found in DFARS PGI 215.407-4(c)(2)(A). HCA SCO No
66

DFARS 215.408(2)(i)(A)(2)

DFARS 225.870-4(c)(2)(ii)

DAFFARS 5315.408(2)(i)(A)(2)

Approve determination (when contracting with the Canadian Commercial Corporation) that data other than certified cost or pricing data are needed in order to determine that the price is fair and reasonable. HCA or designee no lower than 2-lvls above the CO SCO No
67

DFARS 215.408(2)(ii)(A)(2)

DFARS 225.870-4(c)(2)(ii)

DAFFARS 5315.408(2)(ii)(A)(2)

Approve determination (when contracting with the Canadian Commercial Corporation) that it is reasonably certain that data other than certified cost or pricing data will be needed in order to determine that the price of modifications is fair and reasonable.

HCA or designee no lower than 2-lvls above the CO

SCO No
68

FAR 16.206-3(d)

DAFFARS 5316.206-3(d)

Approves the use of a fixed-ceiling-price contract with retroactive price redetermination. HCA or higher if required by agency HCA No
69

FAR 16.401(d)

DFARS 216.401(d)(i)

DAFFARS 5316.401(d)(i)

Approves D&F to justify that the use of an award-fee contract is in the best interest of the government. HCA or designee no lower than 1 level below the HCA SCO

No

70

FAR 16.401(d)

DFARS 216.401(d)(ii)

DAFFARS 5316.401(d)(ii)

Approves D&F to justify that the use of an incentive contract is in the best interest of the government. HCA or designee no lower than 1-lvl above the CO COCO No
71

FAR 16.401(e)(3)(i)

DAFFARS 5316.401(e)(3)(i)

Designate the Fee Determining Official on an individual contract or class basis. This designation may be made by name, position, or function, without limitation. FDO unless otherwise authorized in agency procedures PEO for PEO designated programs or SCO for all other programs Yes
72

DFARS 216.405-2(1)

DAFFARS 5316.405-2(1)

Approves setting the percentage of award fee available for the final evaluation below 40 percent if the contracting officer determines that a lower percentage is appropriate. HCA – may not delegate HCA No
73

FAR 16.505(b)(2)(ii)(C)(4)

DAFFARS 5316.505(b)(2)

Approves the justification for exceptions to fair opportunity for a proposed order over $100M. SPE – not delegable SAF/SQ
74

FAR 16.601(d)(1)(ii)

DFARS 216.601(d)(i)(A)(3)

DAFFARS 5316.601(d)(i)(A)(3)

Approves a D&F that a listed exception applies.

HCA HCA
75

FAR 16.603-2(c)(3)

DAFFARS 5316.603-2(c)(3)

Approves the determination of a reasonable price or fee if the CO & contractor fail to reach agreement. HCA SCO No
76

FAR 16.603-3

DAFFARS 5316.603-3

Determines a letter contract may be used if no other contract type is suitable. HCA or designee SCO if $50M or greater, COCO if less than $50M No
77

FAR 17.105-1(b)

DAFFARS 5317.105-1(b)

Enters into a multi-year contract (MYC) for supplies (DoD) if conditions at (b)(1)-(5) are met. HoA

PEO for PEO designated programs

HCA for all other programs

No
78

FAR 17.106-3(f)

DAFFARS 5317.106-3(f)

Authorizes the use of a solicitation requesting only multi-year prices, provided that dual proposals are not necessary to meet the objectives in FAR 17.105-2. HCA SCO No
79

FAR 17.106-3(g)

DAFFARS 5317.106-3(g)

Approves the use of variable unit prices on multi-year contracts provided that, for competitive proposals, there is a valid method of evaluation. HCA SCO No
80

DFARS 217.170(a)

DAFFARS 5317.170(a)

Compares cost if MYC to cost of an annual procurement approach, using present value analysis; award only if MYC will result in the lower cost. HoA

PEO for PEO designated programs

HCA for all other programs

81

DFARS 217.170(b)

DAFFARS 5317.170(b)

Provides written notice to the congressional defense committees at least 30 days before termination of any MYC. HoA

PEO for PEO designated programs

HCA for all other programs

No
82

DFARS 217.171(c)

DAFFARS 5317.171(c)

Makes written determination before entering into a MYC that the conditions at (c)(1)-(3) are met. HoA

PEO for PEO designated programs

HCA for all other programs

No
83

DFARS 217.172(f)(2)

DAFFARS 5317.172(f)(2)

Determines the conditions required by DFARS 217.172(h)(2)(i)-(vii) will be met by a multi-year contract equal to or greater than $750M. HCA SCO No
84

DFARS 217.172(g)

DAFFARS 5317.172(g)

Enters into a MYC for a weapon system pursuant to DFARS 217.172(g)(1) or advance procurement of components, parts, and materials necessary to manufacture a weapon system pursuant to DFARS 217.172 (g)(2) HoA HCA No
85

DFARS 217.172(h)

DAFFARS 5317.172(h)

Ensures that the conditions at (h)(1)-(7) are satisfied before awarding a MYC for a defense acquisition program that has been specifically authorized by law to be carried out using MYC authority. HoA

PEO for PEO designated programs

HCA for all other programs

No
86

DFARS 217.173

DAFFARS 5317.173

Enters into aMYC for up to 4 years (for supplies and services required for management, maintenance, and operation of military family housing) and pay for each year from annual appropriations. HoA

PEO for PEO designated programs

HCA for all other programs

No
87

DFARS 217.174(b)

DAFFARS 5317.174(b)

Determines, on the basis of a business case analysis, that the proposed purchase of electricity from sources of renewable energy under such contract is cost effective; and it would not be possible to purchase electricity from the source in an economical manner without the use of a contract for a period in excess of five years. HCA SCO No
88

DFARS 217.204(e)(i)(C)

DAFFARS 5317.204(e)(i)(C)

Determines in writing that exceptional circumstances require an ordering period that exceeds 10 years. HoA

PEO for PEO designated programs

HCA for all other programs

No
89

DFARS 217.204(e)(iii)

DAFFARS 5317.204(e)(iii)

Approves issuance of an order subject to 217.204(e)(i) if performance under the order is expected to extend more than 1 year beyond the 10-yr limit or extended limit described in (e)(i)(C).

SPE

PEO for PEO designated programs

HCA for all other programs

No
90

FAR 17.502-2(c)(2)

DAFFARS 5317.502-2(c)(2)

Approves D&F for an Economy Act order to obtain supplies or services by interagency acquisition when the servicing agency is not covered by the FAR. SPE, not delegable SAF/SQ No
91

FAR 17.703(e)

DAFFARS 5317.703(e)

Determine in writing that it is necessary in the interest of DoD to acquire supplies and services through the nondefense agency during the fiscal year, absent certification required by 17.703(a). SPE – no lower than HCA HCA No
92

DFARS 217.7404(a)(1)(ii)

DFARS 217.7404-1

DAFFARS 5317.7404(a)(1)(iii)

DAFFARS 5317.7404-1

Approves Undefinitized Contract Actions (UCA), to include Foreign Military Sales & including requirements for non-urgent spare parts and support equipment in a UCA; or modifying the scope of a UCA when performance has already begun. HCA SCO if $50M or greater, COCO if less than $50M No
93

DFARS 217.7404(b)(2)

DFARS 252.217-7027(c)

DAFFARS 5317.7404(b)(2)

Approves unilateral definitizations by the Contracting Officer (in writing) for UCAs with a value greater than $50M.

HCA w/o power of redelegation for any UCA value greater than $50M HCA No
94

DFARS 217.7404(b)(2)

DFARS 252.217-7027(c)

DAFFARS 5317.7404(b)(2)

Approves unilateral definitizations by the Contracting Officer (in writing) for UCAs with a value of $50M or below.

N/A COCO No
95

DFARS 217.7404-3(a)(1)

DAFFARS 5317.7404-3(a)(1)

Determines in writing that extending definitization beyond an additional 90 days is in the best interest of the Government. HCA w/o power of redelegation HCA No
96

DFARS 217.7404-5(b)

DAFFARS 5317.7404-5(b)

Waives limitations of 217.7404(a) Foreign military sales contracts; 217.7404-2 Price ceiling; 217.7404-3 Definitization schedule; and 217.7404-4 Limitations of obligations, if necessary to support cont. ops or humanitarian/peacekeeping op. HoA HCA No
97

DFARS PGI 217.7504(4)(ii)

DAFFARS 5317.7504(4)(ii)

Authorizes reverse engineering. HCA SCO No
98

DFARS 217.7505(b)

DAFFARS 5317.7505(b)

Contracting Officer submits certification for a replenishment part price increase that increased by 25 percent or more over the most recent 12-month period to the appropriate authority.

HCA SCO No
99

FAR 18.125

DAFFARS 5318.125

Determines that the contracting process may continue after GAO has received a protest (See FAR 33.104(b) and (c)). HCA on non-delegable basis per 33.104 HCA No

100

FAR 18.2

FAR 18.201

DFARS 218.271

DFARS 218.202

DFARS 218.201(2)

DFARS 218.201

DAFFARS 5318.202

DAFFARS 5318.201(c)(2)

DAFFARS 5318.201(c)

DAFFARS 5318.201(b)

DAFFARS 5318.271(S-90)

DAFFARS 5318.271

Associated References

FAR 2.101, paragraph (3)

FAR 2.101

FAR 12.102(f)(1)

FAR 13.500(c)(1)

FAR 13.201(g)(1)

DFARS 211.274-2(b)(1)

DFARS 215.371-4(a)(2)

DFARS 216.601(d)(i)(A)(3)

DAFFARS 5311.274-2(b)(1)

DAFFARS 5312.102(f)(1)

DAFFARS 5313.201(g)(1)

DAFFARS 5313.500(c)(1)

DAFFARS 5315.371-4(a)(2)

DAFFARS 5316.601(d)(i)(A)(3)

Determines that micro-purchases and simplified acquisitions of supplies or services (or the supplies or services themselves as applicable) are to be used in support of a contingency operation; to facilitate defense against or recovery from cyber, nuclear, biological, chemical, or radiological attack; to facilitate the provision of international disaster assistance; or to support response to an emergency or major disaster. Various COCO No
101

FAR 19.201(b)

DAFFARS 5319.201(b)

Implements small business programs within their activities, achieve program goals, and ensure contracting personnel maintain knowledge of program requirements. HCA SCO No
102

DFARS 219.201(c)(8)

DAFFARS 5319.201(c)(8)

Assigns small business technical advisors to perform this function in accordance with DFARS 219.201(c)(8). HCA SCO No
103

FAR 19.502-8(b)

DFARS 219.502-8(b)

DAFFARS 5319.502-8(b)

Renders a decision regarding the CO’s rejection of an SBA recommendation. HCA COCO No
104

FAR 19.1305(d)(2)

DAFFARS 5319.1305(d)(2)

Determines not to suspend action on the acquisition because urgent and compelling circumstances exist. HCA SCO No
105

FAR 19.1405(d)

DAFFARS 5319.1405(d)

Determines not to suspend action. Replies to SBA after receipt of a formal appeal from SBA concerning rejection of a set-aside for Service-disabled Veteran-owned Small Business. HCA SCO No
106

FAR 19.1505(i)(3)

DAFFARS 5319.1505(i)(3)

Issues a written determination on SBA’s appeal of the CO rejection of SBA’s PCR recommendation.

HoA HCA No
107

FAR 19.1505(i)(3)

DAFFARS 5319.1505(i)(3)

Makes a written determination that urgent and compelling circumstances which significantly affect the interests of the United States compel award of the contract. HoA HCA No
108

FAR 19.1505(i)(5)

DAFFARS 5319.1505(i)(5)

Specifies in writing the reasons for a denial of an SBA formal appeal. HoA or designee HCA No
109

FAR 22.101-1(e)

DAFFARS 5322.101-1(e)

Designates programs for contractors to notify Government of actual or potential labor disputes. HCA COCO No
110

DFARS 222.101-3-70(b)

DFARS PGI 222.101-3-70(b)(ii)

DAFFARS 5322.101-3-70(b)(ii)

Submits impact reports on labor disputes to agency head when sufficient urgency warrants the attention of the agency head or when specifically requested.

HCA SCO No
111

FAR 22.406-13

DFARS 222.406-13

DAFFARS 5322.406-13

For construction contracts, submits Semiannual Enforcement Reports to the labor advisor.

HCA SCO No
112

FAR 22.805(a)(8)

DAFFARS 5322.805(a)(8)

Approves an urgent or critical award, without pre-award clearance from the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP), if OFCCP cannot complete the evaluation by required date. Applies for contracts/subcontracts $10M or more excluding construction. HCA SCO No
113

FAR 22.1802(d)

DAFFARS 5322.1802(d)

Waives the E-Verify requirement for a contract or subcontract or a class of contracts or subcontracts, either temporarily or for the period of performance. HCA – may not be delegated HCA No
114

DFARS 222.7003

DAFFARS 5322.7003

Waives the requirements of 222.7002 on case-by-case basis for national security. HoA HCA No
115

DFARS PGI 223.370-4(1)(i)(A)(2)

DAFFARS 5323.370-4(1)(i)(A)(2)

Waives the mandatory requirements for safety precautions for ammunition and explosives. HCA SCO No
116

FAR 25.103(a)

DFARS 225.103(a)(ii)(B)(1)

DAFFARS 5325.103(a)(ii)(B)(1)

Determines that domestic preference for foreign end product would be inconsistent with the public interest for acquisitions valued at or below SAT.

1-level above the CO COCO No
117

FAR 25.103(a)

DFARS 225.103(a)(ii)(B)(2)

DAFFARS 5325.103(a)(ii)(B)(2)

Determines that domestic preference for foreign end product would be inconsistent with the public interest for acquisitions with a value greater than SAT but less than $1.5M. HCA SCO No
118

FAR 25.103(a)

DFARS 225.103(a)(ii)(B)(3)

DAFFARS 5325.103(a)(ii)(B)(3)

Determines that domestic preference for foreign end product would be inconsistent with the public interest for acquisitions valued $1.5M or more. HoA

SAF/SQ for ACAT I Programs

HCA for other than ACAT I Programs

No
119

FAR 25.103(b)(2)(i)

DFARS 225.103(b)(ii)(A)

DAFFARS 5325.103(b)(ii)(A)

DAFFARS MP5325.103(a)

Approves determination that an article/material/supply is not mined, produced, or manufactured in the United States in sufficient and reasonably available commercial quantities of a satisfactory quality for acquisitions valued at or below SAT. 1-level above the CO COCO No
120

FAR 25.103(b)(2)(i)

DFARS 225.103(b)(ii)(B)

DAFFARS 5325.103(b)(ii)(B)

DAFFARS MP5325.103(a)

Approves determination that an article/material/supply is not mined, produced, or manufactured in the United States in sufficient and reasonably available commercial quantities of a satisfactory quality for acquisitions with a value greater than the SAT but less than $1.5M. COCO COCO No
121

FAR 25.103(b)(2)(i)

DFARS 225.103(b)(ii)(C)

DAFFARS 5325.103(b)(ii)(C)

DAFFARS MP5325.103(a)

Approves determination that an article/material/supply is not mined, produced, or manufactured in the United States in sufficient and reasonably available commercial quantities of a satisfactory quality for acquisitions valued at $1.5M or more. HCA SCO
122

FAR 25.202(a)(1)

DAFFARS 5325.202(a)(1)

Determines that application of the restrictions of the Buy American statute to a particular construction material would be impracticable or would be inconsistent with the public interest. HoA

SAF/SQ for ACAT I Programs

HCA for other than ACAT I Programs

No
123

FAR 25.202(a)(2)

DFARS 225.202(a)(2)

DAFFARS 5325.202(a)(2)

Buy American Exception. Approves determination that a particular construction material is not mined, produced, or manufactured in the United States in sufficient and reasonably available commercial quantities of a satisfactory quality for acquisitions valued above SAT.

HCA COCO No
124

FAR 25.202(a)(2)

DFARS 225.202(a)(2)

DAFFARS 5325.202(a)(2)

Buy American Exception. Approves determination that a particular construction material is not mined, produced, or manufactured in the United States in sufficient and reasonably available commercial quantities of a satisfactory quality for acquisitions valued at or below SAT.

HCA COCO No
125

FAR 25.204(b)

DAFFARS 5325.204(b)

Specifies a higher percentage than 20 percent that the CO adds to the offered price of any foreign construction material proposed for exception from the requirements of the Buy American statute based on the unreasonable cost of domestic construction materials. HoA

SAF/SQ for ACAT I Programs

HCA for other than ACAT I Programs

No
126

DFARS 225.403(c)(ii)(A)

DAFFARS 5325.403(c)(ii)(A)

Approves a national interest waiver for a purchase by an overseas purchasing activity if the product is critical for the support of U.S. forces stationed abroad. HCA SCO No
127

FAR 25.603(a)(1)(i)

DAFFARS 5325.603(a)(1)(i)

American Recovery and Reinvestment Act-Buy American Statute-Construction Materials. Approves determination that a particular construction material is not mined, produced, or manufactured in the United States in sufficient and reasonably available commercial quantities of a satisfactory quality for acquisitions with a value greater than SAT. HCA COCO No
128

FAR 25.603(a)(1)(i)

DAFFARS 5325.603(a)(1)(i)

American Recovery and Reinvestment Act-Buy American Statute-Construction Materials. Approves determination that a particular construction material is not mined, produced, or manufactured in the United States in sufficient and reasonably available commercial quantities of a satisfactory qualityfor acquisitions value at or below the SAT. HCA COCO No
129

FAR 25.603(a)(1)(iii)

DAFFARS 5325.603(a)(1)(iii)

Determines that application of the restrictions of section 1605 of the Recovery Act to a particular manufactured construction material, or the restrictions of the Buy American statute to a particular unmanufactured construction material would be inconsistent with the public interest. HoA

SAF/SQ for ACAT I Programs

HCA for other than ACAT I Programs

No
130

FAR 25.603(a)(2)

DAFFARS 5325.603(a)(2)

Determines that application of the Buy American statute to a particular unmanufactured construction material would be impracticable. HoA

SAF/SQ for ACAT I Programs

HCA for other than ACAT I Programs

No
131

FAR 25.603(b)(2)

DAFFARS 5325.603(b)(2)

When a determination is made, for any of the reasons stated in FAR 25.603, that certain foreign construction materials may be used, provides a notice to the Federal Register within three business days after the determination of the inapplicability of Section 1605 of the Recovery Act is made, with a copy to the Administrator for Federal Procurement Policy and to the Recovery Accountability and Transparency Board. HoA HCA No
132

FAR 25.1001(a)(2)(iii)

DAFFARS 5325.1001(a)(2)(iii)

Executes D&F in accordance with 25.1001(b), that use of 52.215-2 w/Alt III or 52.212-5 w/Alt I will best serve interest of the United States. HoA HCA No
133

DFARS 225.7008(b)

DAFFARS 5325.7008(b)

Waives restrictions on certain foreign purchases under 10 U.S.C. 4864. HCA SCO No
134

DFARS 225.7021-3

DAFFARS 5325.7021-3

Determines that the disclosure requirements regarding use of facilities and employment of individuals who perform work in the People’s Republic of China would not be in the national security interests of the US. SPE, not delegable SAF/SQ No
135

DFARS 225.7501(c)

DAFFARS 5325.7501(c)

Any time during the acquisition process, determines that it is not in the public interest to apply the restrictions of the Balance of Payments Program to the end product or construction material. HoA HCA No
136

DFARS 225.7703-2(b)(2)(i)

DAFFARS 5325.7703-2(b)(2)(i)

Makes written determination that it is in the national security interest of the US to use a procedure in 225.7703-1(a) for products or services not limited to use by the military forces, police, or other security personnel of Afghanistan (individual action D&F with a value of less than $100M).

HCA HCA No
137

DFARS 225.7703-2(b)(2)(ii)

DAFFARS 5325.7703-2(b)(2)(ii)

Makes written determination that it is in the national security interest of the US to use a procedure in 225.7703-1(a) for products or services not limited to use by the military forces, police, or other security personnel of Afghanistan (value of $100M or more) or to a class of acquisitions. SAE w/o power of redelegation SAF/SQ No
138

FARS 26.203(b)

DAFFARS 5326.203(b)

Determines in writing that transition to local firms is not feasible or practicable (individual or class basis). HoA HCA No
139

FAR 27.201-2(e)

DAFFARS 5327.201-2(e)

Approves to exempt U.S. patents from the patent indemnity clause. HoA HCA No
140

FAR 27.306(a)

DAFFARS 5327.306(a)

In contracts with small business concerns or nonprofits, approves and signs written justification allowing Government to require licensing to 3rd parties of inventions. May only authorize if (1) Use of the invention by others is necessary for the practice of a subject invention or for the use of a work object of the contract; and (2) Action is necessary to achieve the practical application of the subject invention or work object. HoA – may not delegate this authority SAF/SQ No
141

FAR 28.105

DAFFARS 5328.105

Approves using other types of bonds when acquiring particular supplies or services. HCA COCO No
142

FAR 28.106-2(a)

DAFFARS 5328.106-2(a)

Approves the use of a new surety bond during the performance of the contract. HCA COCO No
143

FAR 28.106-6(c)

DAFFARS 5328.106-6(c)

Provides a certified copy of the payment bond and the contract in accordance with FAR 28.106-6(c); including determining the reasonable and appropriate costs the requestor must pay.

HoA or designee

CO No
144

DFARS 228.311-1

DAFFARS 5328.311-1

Waives the requirement for use of FAR clause 52.228-7, Insurance -- Liability to Third Persons. HCA SCO No
145

DFARS 228.370(a)(2)

DAFFARS 5328.370(a)(2)

Disallows the contractor to buy insurance for war-hazard losses. If so, the CO shall insert the clause at DFARS 252.228-7000. HCA SCO No
146

FAR 30.201-5(a)

DFARS 230.201-5(a)

DAFFARS 5330.201-5(a)

Waive CAS applicability in accordance with the conditions at FAR 30.205-5(b).

HoA, delegable no lower than senior contract policy making level

SAF/AQC No
147

FAR 30.202-6(b)

DAFFARS 30.202-6(b)

Authorizes award of a CAS-covered contract w/o obtaining submission of the required disclosure statement. HoA on a nondelegable basis SAF/SQ No
148

Class Deviation 2011-O0006

DAFFARS 5331

Waives the requirements of FAR 31. HCA SCO No
149

Class Deviation 2011-O0006

DAFFARS 5331

Determine that incurrence of the Contribution in Aid of Construction (CIAC) tax is necessary to achieve the most beneficial business case for the Government and allowing the CIAC tax will result in significant benefits to the Government that outweigh the cost of allowing the tax. HCA SCO No
150

FAR 32.202-1(d)

DAFFARS 5332.202-1(d)

Approves commercial product/service unusual contract financing. HCA HCA No
151

FAR 32.402(c)(1)(iii)

DAFFARS 5332.402(c)(1)(iii)

Determines, based on written findings, that advance payment is in public interest or facilitates national defense. HoA or designee HCA No
152

DFARS 232.901(1)(ii)

DAFFARS 5332.901(1)(i)(ii)

Makes determination, after consultation with the cognizant comptroller, that conditions exist that limit normal business operations. HCA SCO No
153

FAR 32.906(a)

DAFFARS 5332.906(a)

Determines that (1) making invoice and contract financing payments earlier than 7 days prior to the dates specified in the contract is warranted in a specific case; or (2) use of accelerated payment methods described in 5 CFR §1315.5 is necessary. HoA HCA No
154

FAR 32.1106(b)

DAFFARS 5332.1106(b)

Authorizes electronic funds transfer (EFT) for a non-domestic transaction if (1) the political, financial, and communications infrastructure in the foreign country supports EFT payment; or (2) payments of other than United States currency may be made safely. HoA HCA No
155

FAR 33.102(b)(3)(ii)

DAFFARS 5333.102(b)(3)(ii)

At the request of the contractor, reviews agency records associated with a request for reimbursement of protest costs by the Government. HCA COCO No
156

FAR 33.104(b)(1) or (c)(2)

DAFFARS 5333.104(b)(1) or (c)(2)

Authorizes contract award notwithstanding a GAO protest before award, or continued contract performance notwithstanding a GAO protest after award. HCA on a nondelegable basis HCA No
157

FAR 33.104(g)

DAFFARS 5333.104(g)

Reports to the GAO why their recommendations have not been followed by the agency not later than 5 days after the expiration of the 60-day response period. HCA HCA No
158

DFARS 233.215(3)

DAFFARS 5333.215(3)

Determines that continued performance is necessary pending resolution of any claim that might arise under or be related to the contract. HCA COCO No
159

DFARS 234.7002(d)(4)

DAFFARS 5334.7002(d)(4)

Determines the information submitted is not sufficient to determine the reasonableness of price for items developed exclusively at private expense. HCA SCO No
160

DFARS 235.015-70(c) & (d)(3)(ii)

DAFFARS 5335.015-70(c) & (d)(3)(ii)

Approves special use allowance for research facility acquired by educational institutions. HCA SCO No
161

DFARS 235.070-1(a)

DAFFARS 5335.070-1(a)

Approves requests for indemnification of unusually hazardous risks under 10 U.S.C. 3861. HoA SCO No
162

FAR 36.208

DAFFARS 5336.208

Approves concurrent performance of firm-fixed-price and other types of construction contracts at the same work site. HCA COCO No
163

FAR 36.209

DAFFARS 5336.209

Approves contract awards for the construction of a project to the firm that designed the project or its subsidiaries or affiliates HoA HCA No
164

FAR 36.213-2(a)

DAFFARS 5336.213-2(a)

Waives the requirement for pre-solicitation notices for proposed construction contracts expected to exceed the SAT. HCA or designee COCO No
165

DFARS 236.270(a)

DAFFARS 5336.270(a)

Certifies that the additional expenditures are necessary to protect the National interest AND establishes a reasonable completion date for the project (Approval to expedite the completion date of a contract funded by a MILCON appropriations act, if additional costs are involved). HoA may not be delegated SAF/SQ No
166

DFARS 236.272(b)(1) & (b)(2)

DAFFARS 5336.272(b)

(1) Authorizes the use of prequalification for urgent or complex construction projects; and

(2) Approves the prequalification procedures of construction sources.

HCA COCO No
167

FAR 36.301(b)(3)(vi)

DAFFARS 5336.301(b)(3)(vi)

Establishes other criteria for use of two-phase design-build selection procedures. HCA COCO No
168

DFARS 236.303-1(a)(4)(i)(B)

DAFFARS 5336.303-1(a)(4)(i)(B)

Approves determination to allow more than five offerors to submit phase two design-build proposals for acquisitions exceeds $4.5M. HCA delegable no lower than SCO SCO No
169

DFARS 236.570(b)(2)

DAFFARS 5336.570(b)(2)

Approves use of a separate bid item for mobilization and preparatory work. HCA COCO No
170

FAR 36.602-3

DAFFARS 5336.602-3

Oversees evaluation board functions for A&E contracts. HCA COCO No
171

FAR 36.609-1(c)(1)

DAFFARS 5336.609-1(c)(1)

Determines that, in fixed-price A&E contracts, cost limitations are secondary to performance considerations and additional project funding can be expected, if necessary. HCA or designee SCO No
172

DFARS 237.104(b)(iii)(A)(2)

DAFFARS 5337.104(b)(iii)(A)(2)

Approves a proposed personal services contract for services to be provided by individuals outside the U.S. and directly supports defense intelligence components or special operations command. Services must be urgent, cannot be obtained by other means, and are supporting DoD activities or programs outside the U.S. HCA SCO No
173

FAR 37.113-1(a)

DAFFARS 5337.113-1(a)

May waive the 31.205-6(g)(6) cost allowability limitations on severance payments to foreign nationals that meet the conditions at 37.113-1(a)(1)-(2). HoA HCA No
174

FAR 37.204(a)

DAFFARS 5337.204(a)

Determines if sufficient personnel with the requisite training and capabilities are available within the agency to perform the evaluation or analysis or proposals submitted for the acquisition. HoA SCO No
175

DFARS 237.7401(c)

DAFFARS 5337.7401(c)

Determines the services being acquired under contract with the local government are in DoD’s best interest. HCA COCO No
176

DFARS 239.101(1)

DAFFARS 5339.101(1)

Determines no commercial products or commercial services are suitable to meet the agency’s needs for information technology products or services in excess of the SAT. HCA COCO No
177

FAR 41.202(c)(2)

DAFFARS 5341.202(c)(2)

Approves determination to pay the non-negotiated utility rates due to contract impasse. HCA COCO No
178

FAR 41.204(c)(1)(ii)

DAFFARS 5341.204(c)(1)(ii)

Determines use of the area-wide contract for utility services is not advantageous to the Government. HCA or designee COCO No
179

FAR 42.202(c)(2)

DAFFARS 5342.202(c)(2)

Approves the delegation of additional functions to the CAO. HCA or designee COCO No
180

DFARS PGI 242.7100(4)

DAFFARS 5342.7100(4)

Approves the solicitation of voluntary refunds from a contractor. HCA SCO No
181

DFARS 243.204-70-5(c)

DAFFARS 5343.204-70-5(c)

Waives limitations of 243.204-70-2 (price ceiling); 243.204-70-3 (definitization schedule); and 243.204-70-4 (limitations on obligations) if necessary to support cont. ops or humanitarian/peacekeeping op. HoA HCA No
182

FAR 44.302(a)

DAFFARS 5344.302(a)

Raises or lowers the $25 million contractor purchasing system review (CPSR) level if considered to be in the Government's best interest. HoA HCA No
183

FAR 45.102(e)

DAFFARS 5345.102(e)

Determines installation or construction of Government property on contractor-owned real property in such a fashion as to become non-severable is necessary and in the Government’s interest. HCA SCO No
184

DFARS 245.102(4)(ii)(B)

DAFFARS 5345.102(4)(ii)(B)

Determines contractor will not be required to tag, label, or mark items that are to be in support of contingency operation or to facilitate defense against/recovery from NBCR attack. HoA HCA No
185

DFARS 245.102(4)(ii)(C)(1)(i)

DAFFARS 5345.102(4(ii)(C)(1)(i)

Executes D&F concluding that it is more cost effective for the Government requiring activity to assign, mark, and register the unique item identification after delivery of an item acquired from a small business concern or a commercial product acquired under FAR part 12 or part 8 for an ACAT I program. SAE PEO No
186

DFARS 245.102(4)(ii)(C)(1)(ii)

DAFFARS 5345.102(4)(ii)(C)(1)(ii)

Approves a determination and findings concluding that it is more cost effective for the Government requiring activity to assign, mark, and register the unique item identification after delivery of an item acquired from a small business concern or a commercial product acquired under FAR part 12 or part 8 for all other programs. HCA SCO No
187

FAR 45.301(f)

DAFFARS 5345.301(f)

Approves use of Government property for commercial use expected to exceed 25 percent of the total use of Government and commercial work performed. HCA COCO No
188

FAR 48.104-3(a)

FAR 48.202

DAFFARS 5348.104-3(a)

Determines if the cost of calculating and tracking collateral savings will exceed the benefits to be derived. HCA COCO No
189

DFARS 249.501-70(a)

DAFFARS 5349.501-70(a)

Approves the use of 252.249-7000, Special Termination Costs in incrementally funded contract. HoA HCA No

Table 3 : Authority to enter into, approve, or terminate Grants, Cooperative Agreements, and Other Transactions has been approved as shown below. This authority may be redelegated within the contracting functional chain of responsibility, in writing, under such terms, conditions, and limitations as may be deemed appropriate.

SCO Grant Authority Cooperative Agreement Authority Other Transactions Authority Procurements for Experimental Purposes
HQ AFMC/PK Yes Yes Yes Yes
HQ AFRC/A7K No No No Yes
SSC/PK Yes Yes Yes Yes
HQ AFDW/PK Yes Yes Yes Yes
AFICC/KF Yes Yes Yes Yes
AFOTEC/A7K No No No Yes