(a) The contracting officer must amend the justification and obtain the required approvals when any of the following occur prior to award of the contract -
(1) An increase in the dollar value of the prospective contract beyond the authority of the previous approving official;
(2) A change in the competitive strategy that further reduces competition; or
(3) A change in requirements that affects the basis for the justification.
(b) Prepare all amended justifications as required in 5106.303-2-90(b)(3).