Overview
This section mandates that federal departments and agencies provide periodic reports to the President regarding their progress in complying with the socioeconomic requirements and laws established for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Minority Institutions (MIs).
Key Rules
- Executive Order 12928 Compliance: The reporting requirement is specifically driven by the mandates of E.O. 12928, which focuses on promoting the participation of HBCUs and MIs in federal procurement.
- Mandatory Reporting: Agencies are required to submit progress data to the President on a periodic basis.
- Focus on Compliance: The data collected must reflect how well the agency is adhering to the specific legal frameworks and requirements mentioned within the Executive Order.
Practical Implications
- Agencies must maintain robust internal tracking systems to capture contract award data specifically for HBCUs and MIs to ensure accurate reporting.
- Contracting officers may face increased internal pressure to meet set-aside or participation goals for these institutions to satisfy the high-level visibility of presidential reporting.