The contracting officer shall—

(a)  Place a brief explanation for the repurchase in the contract file.

(b)  If practical, use the original contract terms, conditions, and specification for the repurchase. Whether or not the original terms are used, obtain the advice of assigned legal counsel before issuing a solicitation for similar supplies or work (services and construction).

(c)  If the reprocurement is delayed, protect the Government’s rights to recover reprocurement costs by documenting the file to explain the circumstances of the delay.