26.500
Scope of subpart
FAR 26.500 establishes that Subpart 26.5 implements statutory drug-free workplace requirements for federal contracts, signaling the need for compliance with these policies.
Overview
- FAR 26.500 establishes the scope of Subpart 26.5, which implements the requirements of 41 U.S.C. chapter 81, Drug-Free Workplace. This section serves as an introduction, clarifying that the subpart addresses policies and procedures to ensure a drug-free workplace in government contracting. It sets the stage for the detailed requirements and obligations that follow in subsequent sections of Subpart 26.5.
Key Rules
- Implementation of 41 U.S.C. chapter 81
- The subpart enforces statutory requirements for maintaining a drug-free workplace in federal contracts.
- Applicability to Government Contracts
- The subpart applies to contracts where drug-free workplace requirements are mandated by law.
Responsibilities
- Contracting Officers: Must be aware that Subpart 26.5 governs drug-free workplace requirements and ensure compliance in applicable contracts.
- Contractors: Should recognize that drug-free workplace obligations may apply and review the subpart for specific requirements.
- Agencies: Responsible for oversight and enforcement of drug-free workplace policies as outlined in the subpart.
Practical Implications
- This section signals to contracting professionals that drug-free workplace requirements are a compliance area governed by federal statute and implemented through this subpart. It alerts both agencies and contractors to review the following sections for detailed obligations, ensuring that drug-free workplace policies are properly integrated into federal contracts.