42.200
Scope of subpart
FAR 42.200 establishes that federal contracts must comply with security prohibitions, including bans on certain drones, to protect national interests.
Overview
- FAR 42.200 defines the scope of Subpart 42.2, outlining the policies and procedures for implementing security prohibitions and exclusions that restrict federal agencies from procuring, obtaining, or using certain products, services, or sources. It specifically references the American Security Drone Act of 2023, which prohibits the procurement and operation of certain unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), and notes that additional prohibitions are detailed in other FAR subparts.
Key Rules
- Security Prohibitions and Exclusions
- Federal agencies are restricted from procuring or using certain products, services, or sources due to security concerns.
- American Security Drone Act of 2023
- Prohibits the procurement and operation of specific unmanned aircraft systems (drones) as outlined in the Act.
- Reference to Additional Prohibitions
- Other security-related prohibitions and exclusions are addressed in FAR subparts 4.20-4.23 and 25.7.
Responsibilities
- Contracting Officers: Must ensure compliance with security prohibitions and exclusions when procuring products or services, particularly unmanned aircraft systems.
- Contractors: Must not offer or use prohibited products, services, or sources in federal contracts.
- Agencies: Must monitor and enforce compliance with these prohibitions and exclusions.
Practical Implications
- This section exists to protect federal interests by preventing the acquisition or use of products and services that pose security risks, such as certain drones.
- Contractors must be vigilant about the origin and compliance status of their offerings, especially regarding unmanned aircraft systems.
- Failure to comply can result in contract ineligibility, penalties, or other enforcement actions.