> ### Subpart 26.3- Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority Institutions

> ## 26.300 Scope of subpart.

> (a) This subpart implements Executive Order 12928 of September 16, 1994, which promotes participation of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Minority Institutions (MIs) in Federal procurement.
> (b) This subpart does not pertain to contracts performed entirely outside the United States, its possessions, Puerto Rico, and the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands.

> ## 26.301 [Reserved]

> ## 26.302 General policy.

> It is the policy of the Government to promote participation of HBCUs and MIs in Federal procurement.

> ## 26.303 Data collection and reporting requirements.

> Executive Order 12928 requires periodic reporting to the President on the progress of departments and agencies in complying with the laws and requirements mentioned in the Executive order.

> ## 26.304 Solicitation provision.

> Insert the provision at 52.226-2, Historically Black College or University and Minority Institution Representation, in solicitations exceeding the micro-purchase threshold, for research, studies, supplies, or services of the type normally acquired from higher educational institutions. For DoD, NASA, and Coast Guard acquisitions, also insert the provision in solicitations that contain the clause at 52.219-23, Notice of Price Evaluation Adjustment for Small Disadvantaged Business Concerns.

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