Subject: Proper Use of Non-DoD Contracts.OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE 3000 DEFENSE PENTAGON WASHINGTON, D.C. 20301-3000 JUN JUN June JUN Junior 15 2005 MEMORANDUM FOR: SEE DISTRIBUTION SUBJECT: Proper Use of Non-DoD Contracts The attached October 29, 2004, memorandum on the "Proper Use of Non-DoD Contracts" required you to establish procedures to help ensure that non-DoD contracts are used properly. This requirement and the corresponding implementation procedures have led some individuals and activities to conclude that they may no longer purchase from GSA's Multiple Award Schedule Contracts, Government-wide Acquisition Contracts, or other non-DoD Multiple Award Contracts. Some have also interpreted the October 29, 2004, memorandum as precluding the ability to utilize the services of "Assisting Agencies" to meet DoD requirements. These interpretations are incorrect. As stated in the "Proper Use of Non-DoD Contracts" policy memo A policy memo is a brief (2-3 pages) memo targeted to a specific audience, usually policy makers, advocating a policy with just sufficient analysis of alternatives regarding a current policy debate. , "the use of non-DoD contracts is encouraged when it is the best method of procurement to meet DoD requirements." The Department of Defense continues to work with the General Services Administration The General Services Administration (GSA) was established by section 101 of the Federal Property and Administrative Services Act of 1949 (40 U.S.C.A. § 751). The GSA sets policy for and manages government property and records. and other "Assisting Agencies" to ensure that all acquisitions made by and on behalf of the Department comply with applicable statutes and regulations. My POC (Proof Of Concept) See PoC exploit. POC - Point Of Contact on this subject is Michael Canales, and he can be reached at 703-695-8571 or via e-mail at michael.canales@osd.mil An Internet address domain name for a military agency. See Internet address. (networking) mil - The top-level domain for entities affiliated with US armed forces. . Deidre A. Lee Director, Defense Procurement and Acquisition Policy Attachment: As stated Editor's note Editor's Note (foaled in 1993 in Kentucky) is an American thoroughbred Stallion racehorse. He was sired by 1992 U.S. Champion 2 YO Colt Forty Niner, who in turn was a son of Champion sire Mr. Prospector and out of the mare, Beware Of The Cat. Trained by D. : View the attachment to this memorandum at <http://www.acq.osd.mil/dpap/specificpolicy/Use%20of%20Non%20DoD%20Contract%20Vehicles.pdf>. |
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