(a) The HCA, with authority to redelegate to the BPC, is authorized to make the determination prescribed in FAR 17.503 in accordance with the requirements in FAR 17.502. The CO shall prepare the determination, and for actions exceeding $100,000, obtain legal review from the SOL before submitting it to the HCA for signature. Class determinations may be utilized where appropriate.
(b) Bureaus and offices shall develop procedures governing the use of interagency acquisitions under the Economy Act that are consistent with the FAR and this subpart 1417.5, and which adequately protect the Department's interests.
