Overview
This section stipulates that contractors authorized to use Interagency Fleet Management System (IFMS) vehicles must adhere to specific Federal Property Management Regulations and the operational instructions provided with each vehicle.
Key Rules
- Regulatory Compliance: Authorized contractors must comply with the requirements set forth in 41 CFR 101-39 and 41 CFR 101-38.301-1.
- Operational Guidance: Drivers are required to follow all instructions contained within the "operator’s packet" provided with the specific IFMS vehicle.
- Home-to-Work Restrictions: Use of Government vehicles for commuting between a residence and a place of work is strictly governed by 41 CFR 101-6.4 and is generally prohibited except under specific authorized circumstances.
Practical Implications
- Contractors must implement strict oversight and driver training to ensure vehicles are used only for official purposes, as unauthorized use can lead to contract penalties or revocation of fleet privileges.
- Administrative personnel must ensure the "operator's packet" remains in the vehicle and that mileage or maintenance reporting requirements specified in the CFR are met.