Overview
This section mandates the inclusion of a specific prohibition clause in all federal procurement documents to prevent the government from acquiring or using products and services from Kaspersky Lab.
Key Rules
- Mandatory Clause: Contracting officers are required to insert the clause at FAR 52.204-23 in every solicitation and contract.
- Universal Applicability: There are no exceptions for contract type, dollar value (including those below the micro-purchase threshold), or the acquisition of commercial products/services.
- Scope of Restriction: The rule targets all hardware, software, and services developed or provided by Kaspersky Lab and its successor or related entities.
Practical Implications
- Contractors must conduct thorough supply chain due diligence to ensure no prohibited Kaspersky Lab products are integrated into the solutions or services provided to the government.
- Because the clause is required in "all" contracts, even small-scale vendors and non-traditional contractors must comply with these national security-related supply chain restrictions.