Overview
This section prescribes the use of Optional Form (OF) 347, "Order for Supplies or Services," for contractors authorized to purchase from Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) supply sources.
Key Rules
- Designated Form: OF 347 is the specific form used for requisitioning supplies or services from the VA.
- Original Prescription: While mentioned here for contractor use, the form is officially prescribed under FAR 53.213(f) for simplified acquisition procedures.
- Authorized Conditions: Use of the form by contractors is strictly limited to the circumstances and requirements detailed in FAR 51.102(e)(3)(ii).
Practical Implications
- Standardization: Ensures that contractor-led requisitions from government sources follow the same documentation standards as direct agency orders.
- Administrative Compliance: Contractors must verify their authorization under Subpart 51.1 before using OF 347 to ensure they are legally permitted to access VA supply systems.