As used in this subpart-
“Authorized official of an agency,” means an officer or employee responsible for contracting, program management, audit, inspection, investigation, or enforcement of any law or regulation relating to Government procurement or the subject matter of the contract.
“Authorized official of the Department of Justice,” means any person responsible for the investigation, enforcement, or prosecution of any law or regulation.
“Inspector General,” means an Inspector General appointed under the Inspector General Act of 1978, as amended. In the Department of Defense that is the DOD Inspector General. In the case of an executive agency that does not have an Inspector General, the duties shall be performed by an official designated by the head of the executive agency.
