D&F
Define D&F
What is a special form of written approval by an authorized official that is required by statute or regulation as a prerequisite to taking certain contract actions?
What is a J&A
What is is a document required by the FAR (subpart 6.3) that justifies and obtains approval for contract solicitations that use other than full and open competition.
How many elements of a J&A are there?
What is 12?
What is the "default" for Federal Procurements?
What is "Full and Open Competition"
The two types of D&F
What is Individual and Class?
Who must provide a written determination when full and open competition is not in the publics interest?
Who is the Secretary of Defense or Secretary of the Air Force?
How many mandatory elements are there for every D&F?
What is 7?
Who approves a J&A when the value exceeds $700K
Who is the Chief of the Contracting Office
Class D&Fs must have what?
What is an expiration date?
What are 3 key points for justification when there is unusual and compelling urgency?
What is:
Quantify the nature of the serious email
Identify financial obligations of the government
Identify potential personnel injuries or loss of life
Extent to which competition is limited
Demonstrate how competition was obtained
What is the most detailed part of a J&A?
What is V, Application of Authority?
When did congress pass the Competition in Contracting Act (CICA)?
What is 1984?
Who ultimately determines if the use of a D&F is appropriate?
What is CO?
What is used instead of a J&A when the exception to full and open competition is an international agreement?
What is an International Agreement Competitive Restrictions(IACR)?
A common reason to rework a J&A is if _____ doesn't match ______.
A common reason for reworking a J&A is when the ____ doesn't match _____
What is Authority (IV) and Applicability of Authority (V)?
5 common D&Fs that are used?
What is
Determination not to synopsize
Determination on use of a specified foreign currency
Determination not to designate a COR
Determination to include and evaluate options
Determination as to whether the proposed service is for a personal or non-personal service
Determination to go sole source
Determination for modification
7 common exceptions to full and open competition?
What is:
Only one responsible source
Unusual and compelling urgency
Industrial mobilization; developmental or research capability; or expert services
International agreement
Authorized by statute
National security
Public interest
IAW FAR____, "As a minimum, each D&F shall include.."
What is FAR 1.704?
When do you notify Congress not less than 30 days prior to award?
What is when your exception to full and open competition is under public interest.