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23.101 - Definitions | FAR Navigator

23.101

Definitions

Understanding and applying these definitions is essential for compliance with sustainable procurement requirements in federal contracts.

Overview

FAR 23.101 provides definitions for key terms used throughout Subpart 23.1, which focuses on sustainable products and services in federal procurement. These definitions clarify the scope and application of environmental requirements, including those related to EPA- and USDA-designated items, global warming potential, hydrofluorocarbons, ozone-depleting substances, and the geographical definition of the "United States." Understanding these terms is essential for proper compliance with sustainability mandates in government contracting.

Key Rules

Contract Action Definition
- Covers any oral or written action resulting in the purchase, rent, or lease of supplies, equipment, services, or construction.
EPA-Designated Item
- Refers to products made with recovered material listed by EPA and subject to specific content and purchasing recommendations.
Global Warming Potential & Hydrofluorocarbons
- Defines how chemicals are measured for climate impact and identifies high global warming potential HFCs per EPA's SNAP program.
Ozone-Depleting Substance
- Specifies substances classified by EPA as Class I or II, including various chlorofluorocarbons and halons.
Geographical Scope of United States
- Lists all areas considered part of the U.S. for procurement purposes, including territories and associated waters/airspace.
USDA-Designated Product Category
- Defines product categories made with biobased materials as listed by USDA.

Responsibilities

Contracting Officers: Must apply these definitions when interpreting and implementing sustainability requirements in solicitations and contracts.
Contractors: Should understand these terms to ensure compliance with environmental and sustainability clauses.
Agencies: Ensure policies and procedures align with these definitions for consistent application.

Practical Implications

These definitions underpin compliance with sustainable acquisition policies and reporting.
Misunderstanding or misapplying these terms can lead to noncompliance or missed opportunities for sustainable procurement.
Contractors should reference these definitions when responding to solicitations or managing contracts involving sustainable products and services.

References done in this section

23.1Sustainable Products and Services

40 CFR part 247

40 CFR part 82

40 CFR part 82, subpart G

7 CFR part 3201, subpart B

https://www.biopreferred.gov

https://www.epa.gov/smm/regulatory-background-comprehensive-procurement-guideline-program-cpg#rman

https://www.epa.gov/snap/

23.101

Definitions

Understanding and applying these definitions is essential for compliance with sustainable procurement requirements in federal contracts.

Overview

Key Rules

Contract Action Definition
- Covers any oral or written action resulting in the purchase, rent, or lease of supplies, equipment, services, or construction.
EPA-Designated Item
- Refers to products made with recovered material listed by EPA and subject to specific content and purchasing recommendations.
Global Warming Potential & Hydrofluorocarbons
- Defines how chemicals are measured for climate impact and identifies high global warming potential HFCs per EPA's SNAP program.
Ozone-Depleting Substance
- Specifies substances classified by EPA as Class I or II, including various chlorofluorocarbons and halons.
Geographical Scope of United States
- Lists all areas considered part of the U.S. for procurement purposes, including territories and associated waters/airspace.
USDA-Designated Product Category
- Defines product categories made with biobased materials as listed by USDA.

Responsibilities

Contracting Officers: Must apply these definitions when interpreting and implementing sustainability requirements in solicitations and contracts.
Contractors: Should understand these terms to ensure compliance with environmental and sustainability clauses.
Agencies: Ensure policies and procedures align with these definitions for consistent application.

Practical Implications

These definitions underpin compliance with sustainable acquisition policies and reporting.
Misunderstanding or misapplying these terms can lead to noncompliance or missed opportunities for sustainable procurement.
Contractors should reference these definitions when responding to solicitations or managing contracts involving sustainable products and services.

References done in this section

23.1Sustainable Products and Services

40 CFR part 247

40 CFR part 82

40 CFR part 82, subpart G

7 CFR part 3201, subpart B

https://www.biopreferred.gov

https://www.epa.gov/smm/regulatory-background-comprehensive-procurement-guideline-program-cpg#rman

https://www.epa.gov/snap/

23.101

Definitions

Understanding and applying these definitions is essential for compliance with sustainable procurement requirements in federal contracts.

Overview

Key Rules

Contract Action Definition
- Covers any oral or written action resulting in the purchase, rent, or lease of supplies, equipment, services, or construction.
EPA-Designated Item
- Refers to products made with recovered material listed by EPA and subject to specific content and purchasing recommendations.
Global Warming Potential & Hydrofluorocarbons
- Defines how chemicals are measured for climate impact and identifies high global warming potential HFCs per EPA's SNAP program.
Ozone-Depleting Substance
- Specifies substances classified by EPA as Class I or II, including various chlorofluorocarbons and halons.
Geographical Scope of United States
- Lists all areas considered part of the U.S. for procurement purposes, including territories and associated waters/airspace.
USDA-Designated Product Category
- Defines product categories made with biobased materials as listed by USDA.

Responsibilities

Contracting Officers: Must apply these definitions when interpreting and implementing sustainability requirements in solicitations and contracts.
Contractors: Should understand these terms to ensure compliance with environmental and sustainability clauses.
Agencies: Ensure policies and procedures align with these definitions for consistent application.

Practical Implications

These definitions underpin compliance with sustainable acquisition policies and reporting.
Misunderstanding or misapplying these terms can lead to noncompliance or missed opportunities for sustainable procurement.
Contractors should reference these definitions when responding to solicitations or managing contracts involving sustainable products and services.

23.101

Definitions

Understanding and applying these definitions is essential for compliance with sustainable procurement requirements in federal contracts.

Overview

Key Rules

Contract Action Definition
- Covers any oral or written action resulting in the purchase, rent, or lease of supplies, equipment, services, or construction.
EPA-Designated Item
- Refers to products made with recovered material listed by EPA and subject to specific content and purchasing recommendations.
Global Warming Potential & Hydrofluorocarbons
- Defines how chemicals are measured for climate impact and identifies high global warming potential HFCs per EPA's SNAP program.
Ozone-Depleting Substance
- Specifies substances classified by EPA as Class I or II, including various chlorofluorocarbons and halons.
Geographical Scope of United States
- Lists all areas considered part of the U.S. for procurement purposes, including territories and associated waters/airspace.
USDA-Designated Product Category
- Defines product categories made with biobased materials as listed by USDA.

Responsibilities

Contracting Officers: Must apply these definitions when interpreting and implementing sustainability requirements in solicitations and contracts.
Contractors: Should understand these terms to ensure compliance with environmental and sustainability clauses.
Agencies: Ensure policies and procedures align with these definitions for consistent application.

Practical Implications

These definitions underpin compliance with sustainable acquisition policies and reporting.
Misunderstanding or misapplying these terms can lead to noncompliance or missed opportunities for sustainable procurement.
Contractors should reference these definitions when responding to solicitations or managing contracts involving sustainable products and services.

23.101

Definitions

Understanding and applying these definitions is essential for compliance with sustainable procurement requirements in federal contracts.

Overview

Key Rules

Contract Action Definition
- Covers any oral or written action resulting in the purchase, rent, or lease of supplies, equipment, services, or construction.
EPA-Designated Item
- Refers to products made with recovered material listed by EPA and subject to specific content and purchasing recommendations.
Global Warming Potential & Hydrofluorocarbons
- Defines how chemicals are measured for climate impact and identifies high global warming potential HFCs per EPA's SNAP program.
Ozone-Depleting Substance
- Specifies substances classified by EPA as Class I or II, including various chlorofluorocarbons and halons.
Geographical Scope of United States
- Lists all areas considered part of the U.S. for procurement purposes, including territories and associated waters/airspace.
USDA-Designated Product Category
- Defines product categories made with biobased materials as listed by USDA.

Responsibilities

Contracting Officers: Must apply these definitions when interpreting and implementing sustainability requirements in solicitations and contracts.
Contractors: Should understand these terms to ensure compliance with environmental and sustainability clauses.
Agencies: Ensure policies and procedures align with these definitions for consistent application.

Practical Implications

These definitions underpin compliance with sustainable acquisition policies and reporting.
Misunderstanding or misapplying these terms can lead to noncompliance or missed opportunities for sustainable procurement.
Contractors should reference these definitions when responding to solicitations or managing contracts involving sustainable products and services.

23.101

Definitions

Understanding and applying these definitions is essential for compliance with sustainable procurement requirements in federal contracts.

Overview

Key Rules

Contract Action Definition
- Covers any oral or written action resulting in the purchase, rent, or lease of supplies, equipment, services, or construction.
EPA-Designated Item
- Refers to products made with recovered material listed by EPA and subject to specific content and purchasing recommendations.
Global Warming Potential & Hydrofluorocarbons
- Defines how chemicals are measured for climate impact and identifies high global warming potential HFCs per EPA's SNAP program.
Ozone-Depleting Substance
- Specifies substances classified by EPA as Class I or II, including various chlorofluorocarbons and halons.
Geographical Scope of United States
- Lists all areas considered part of the U.S. for procurement purposes, including territories and associated waters/airspace.
USDA-Designated Product Category
- Defines product categories made with biobased materials as listed by USDA.

Responsibilities

Contracting Officers: Must apply these definitions when interpreting and implementing sustainability requirements in solicitations and contracts.
Contractors: Should understand these terms to ensure compliance with environmental and sustainability clauses.
Agencies: Ensure policies and procedures align with these definitions for consistent application.

Practical Implications

These definitions underpin compliance with sustainable acquisition policies and reporting.
Misunderstanding or misapplying these terms can lead to noncompliance or missed opportunities for sustainable procurement.
Contractors should reference these definitions when responding to solicitations or managing contracts involving sustainable products and services.

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