> ### Subpart 5.6- Publicizing Multi-Agency Use Contracts

> ## 5.601 Governmentwide database of contracts.

> (a) A Governmentwide database of contracts and other procurement instruments intended for use by multiple agencies is available via the Internet at www.contractdirectory.gov. This searchable database is a tool that may be used to identify existing contracts and other procurement instruments that may be used to fulfill Government needs.
> (b) The contracting activity shall-
> (1) Enter the information specified at www.contractdirectory.gov, in accordance with the instructions on that web site, within ten days of award of a Governmentwide acquisition contract (GWAC), multi-agency contract, Federal Supply Schedule contract, or any other procurement instrument intended for use by multiple agencies, including blanket purchase agreements (BPAs) under Federal Supply Schedule contracts.
> (2) Enter the information specified at www.contractdirectory.gov in accordance with the instructions on that web site by October 31, 2003, for all contracts and other procurement instruments intended for use by multiple agencies that were awarded before July 24, 2003.
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