(a) The “Energy Star” Executive Order (E.O. 12845) applies to the following equipment:
(1) Personal Computers (stand-alone).
(2) Personal Computers (end-user on network).
(3) Notebook and other portable computers.
(4) PC printers - laser, inkjet or dot matrix (stand-alone or networked).
(5) High-speed printers used on a PC network (less than approximately 20 pages per minute).
(6) Monitors (CRT or Flat-panel LCD).
(b) “Energy Star” requirements do not apply to the following equipment:
(1) Workstations.
(2) File servers.
(3) Mainframe equipment.
(4) Minicomputers.
(5) High-speed printers used with mainframe computers (30 or more pages per minute).
(6) Mainframe or “dumb” terminals.
(7) X-terminals.
(c) All new acquisitions for microcomputers, including personal computers, monitors, and printers, shall contain specifications which meet EPA Energy Star requirements for energy efficiency unless a waiver has been obtained in accordance with internal Agency procedures. The EPA Energy Star requirement applies in instances where the Contracting Officer authorizes the contractor to acquire property in accordance with FAR 45.302-1.
(d) The Energy Star requirement also applies to all applicable equipment ordered from GSA Schedule Contracts, open market buys, and Bankcard purchases.
