22.1400
Scope of subpart
FAR 22.1400 ensures that both contractors and subcontractors must comply with affirmative action and nondiscrimination requirements for workers with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Overview
- FAR 22.1400 establishes the scope for Subpart 22.14, outlining the policies and procedures for implementing Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, Executive Order 11758, and related Department of Labor regulations. This section clarifies that the requirements apply not only to prime contracts and contractors but also to subcontracts and subcontractors.
Key Rules
- Implementation of Section 503
- Sets forth requirements for federal contractors and subcontractors to take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.
- Applicability to Subcontracts
- Explicitly states that all obligations extend to both contracts and subcontracts, and to both contractors and subcontractors.
Responsibilities
- Contracting Officers: Ensure that solicitations and contracts include the required clauses and that contractors are aware of their obligations under Section 503 and related regulations.
- Contractors: Must comply with affirmative action and nondiscrimination requirements for individuals with disabilities, including ensuring their subcontractors also comply.
- Agencies: Oversee compliance and coordinate with the Department of Labor as needed.
Practical Implications
- This section exists to ensure equal employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities in federal contracting. It impacts daily contracting by requiring both prime and subcontractors to implement affirmative action programs and comply with Department of Labor regulations. Common pitfalls include failing to flow down requirements to subcontractors or misunderstanding the scope of applicability.