Overview
FAR 22.1300 establishes the legal and regulatory framework for Subpart 22.13, defining the specific statutes and executive orders that govern the employment and advancement of protected veterans within federal contracting. It serves as the foundational authority for affirmative action requirements and reporting obligations for government contractors.
Key Rules
- VEVRAA Compliance: Implements the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1972, requiring contractors to take affirmative action to employ and advance protected veterans.
- Statutory Modernization: Incorporates the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 and the Jobs for Veterans Act, which updated veteran categories and coverage thresholds.
- Mandatory Job Listings: Integrates Executive Order 11701, which requires contractors to list suitable job openings with appropriate employment service delivery systems to prioritize veteran referrals.
- Regulatory Integration: Directs compliance with Department of Labor (DOL) regulations, specifically 41 CFR Part 60-300 (Affirmative Action) and 41 CFR Part 61-300 (VETS-4212 reporting).
Practical Implications
- Compliance Baseline: Contractors must look beyond the FAR and ensure their HR practices align with the specific DOL regulations (41 CFR) referenced in this scope to avoid non-compliance.
- Reporting Requirements: This section provides the legal basis for the mandatory annual VETS-4212 report; failure to file this report can render a contractor ineligible for future federal contract awards.