Overview
Subpart 19.9 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) is currently designated as "[Reserved]." This means that while the section exists within the FAR's structural framework, it does not currently contain any active regulatory language or requirements.
Key Rules
- No Current Regulatory Authority: Because the subpart is reserved, there are no active rules, clauses, or provisions that contractors or government agencies must follow under this specific heading.
- Structural Placeholder: The subpart serves as a placeholder to maintain the numbering integrity of FAR Part 19 (Small Business Programs).
- Historical Context: Historically, this subpart contained regulations for the "Small Business Competitiveness Demonstration Program," which was repealed. Its "Reserved" status indicates that the previous content was removed and nothing has been codified in its place yet.
Responsibilities
- Contracting Officers: There are no specific duties or documentation requirements for Contracting Officers under this subpart.
- Contractors/Offerors: Small businesses and large prime contractors have no compliance or reporting obligations tied to this section.
- FAR Council: The Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council maintains the authority to populate this subpart in the future should a new regulatory program be established that fits within the Small Business Programs category.
Practical Implications
In real-world government contracting, Subpart 19.9 has zero operational impact.
- Ignore for Compliance: When conducting a regulatory review of FAR Part 19, practitioners should skip Subpart 19.9 and focus on active subparts such as 19.5 (Set-Asides) or 19.7 (Subcontracting).
- Documentation: If a legacy contract or older agency guidance refers to Subpart 19.9, it is likely obsolete, and the user should verify the current status of the program via the current FAR version or the Small Business Administration (SBA) regulations.