Affirmative action programs
Contractors must develop and maintain written affirmative action programs to ensure equal employment opportunity compliance under applicable government contracts.
Overview
FAR 22.804 outlines the requirements for affirmative action programs under government contracts, distinguishing between nonconstruction and construction contracts. The section mandates that contractors and subcontractors take proactive steps to ensure equal employment opportunity and prevent discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. It references specific requirements for both nonconstruction and construction contracts, directing contractors to develop, implement, and maintain written affirmative action programs as part of their compliance obligations. These programs are essential for demonstrating good faith efforts to provide equal employment opportunities and are subject to review and enforcement by the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP).