PART 410 - MARKET RESEARCH

Authority: 5 U.S.C. 301 and 40 U.S.C. 486(c)

Source: 70 FR 45, Jan. 3, 2005, unless otherwise noted.

      410.001 Policy.

      410.002 Procedures.

410.001 Policy.

In addition to those uses listed in FAR 10.001, agencies must use the results of market research to -

(a) Ensure the minimum use of hazardous or toxic materials;

(b) Ensure the maximum use of biobased products and biofuels; and

(c) Identify products and services on or eligible for addition to the Javits-Wagner-O'Day Act Procurement List in order to achieve USDA's goal to increase participation in this program.

410.002 Procedures.

Market research must include obtaining information on the commercial quality assurance practices as an alternative for Government inspection and testing prior to tender for acceptance.