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Subpart 1206.3—Other Than Full and Open Competition
1206.302 Circumstances permitting other than full and open competition.
1206.302-1 Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.
(b)(4) The HCA is authorized to determine that only specified makes and models of technical equipment and parts will satisfy the agency's needs under FAR 6.302–1(b)(4).
1206.302-7 Public interest.
(a)(2) The authority under FAR 6.302–7 whereby full and open competition need not be provided for when determined that it is not in the public interest in a particular acquisition is reserved by the Secretary and may not be delegated. A written determination made and signed by the Secretary shall be included in the contract file.
(c)(3) The contracting officer shall prepare a justification to support the determination under FAR 6.302–7(c)(3).
