(a) The Secretary may waive the provisions of (FAR) 48 CFR 9.108-3 with respect to any specific contract if the Secretary determines that the waiver is required in the interest of national security. This waiver authority is not delegable.
(b) Contractors may submit waiver requests under (FAR) 48 CFR 9.108-4 to the CPO, through the contracting officials for the solicitation. A copy of the waiver request or the approved waiver shall be attached with the bid or proposal.
