(a) The contracting officer may insert a provision at 5352.217-9007, Interchangeable Part Number(s)/National Stock Number(s) (Applicable to CLIN/SubCLIN(s) No.), in Section K when alternate NSN/Part Numbers are solicited/anticipated.
(b) When necessary to issue a contract with non-cataloged items, the contracting officer shall insert the clause at 5352.217-9008, Assignment of National Stock Numbers Applicable to CLIN/SubCLIN(s) No.), in Section D to properly notify the contractor that assignment of a NSN is a prerequisite for shipment of items going to stock.
