(e)
(i) Rated orders may be used by NASA only as provided in Section 700.17 of the DPAS (15 CFR 700.17) and subject to the limitations provided in Section 700.18 of the DPAS (15 CFR 700.18). Priority ratings are assigned on individual contracts and purchase orders by the contracting officer.
(ii) NASA rated orders may only be assigned a DO rating, unless NASA has obtained a DX rating from the Department of Defense.
(iii) The following program identification symbols may be used on NASA rated contracts and purchase orders for equipment and services that support authorized programs (see
Schedule I of the DPAS):
A1 - Aircraft
A2 - Missiles
A3 - Ships
A5 - Weapons
A6 - Ammunition
A7 - Electronic and Communications Equipment
B1 - Military Building Supplies
B8 - Production Equipment (For Contractor's Account)
B9 - Production Equipment (Government-Owned)
C2 - Construction
C3 - Maintenance, Repair, and Operating Supplies for Facilities
C9 - Miscellaneous/Other
(g) Installation requests for assistance shall be directed to the Headquarters Office of Procurement (Code HK).
