Overview
This section defines the scope of FAR Subpart 17.7, establishing that its regulations govern acquisitions conducted by civilian agencies on behalf of the Department of Defense (DoD).
Key Rules
- General Scope: The subpart applies to all acquisitions where a nondefense agency procures goods or services for the DoD (often referred to as assisted acquisitions).
- Intelligence Community Exception: The rules do not apply to contracts awarded by a nondefense agency within the intelligence community if the contract is for a joint program serving the needs of both the DoD and that agency.
Practical Implications
- Nondefense agencies, such as the GSA or NASA, must adhere to specific DoD-related compliance requirements and internal controls when executing interagency agreements for DoD requirements.
- The exemption for joint intelligence programs allows for greater flexibility and streamlined procurement in high-level national security collaborations that might otherwise be slowed by standard interagency oversight procedures.