Overview
Section 3.908 of the FAR is currently designated as "[Reserved]," meaning it serves as a numerical placeholder and contains no active regulatory text.
Key Rules
- Structural Placeholder: The use of "[Reserved]" maintains the consistent numbering and hierarchy of the FAR when a section has been removed, relocated, or is being held for future use.
- No Current Regulatory Authority: Because the section is reserved, there are no specific compliance requirements or enforceable rules contained within this subsection.
- Historical Context: This section previously housed the pilot program for contractor whistleblower protections, which was later modified or integrated into other permanent sections of the FAR.
Practical Implications
- Compliance Check: Contracting officers and contractors should skip this section during regulatory reviews as it imposes no active obligations.
- Reference Redirection: Users seeking guidance on whistleblower protections should look to surrounding sections, such as FAR 3.907 or FAR 3.909, for applicable permanent regulations.