45.604-1
Sales procedures
Surplus personal property must be sold in accordance with the Federal Management Regulation (41 CFR part 102-38) after screening, and agencies may add their own procedures.
Overview
FAR 45.604-1 outlines the required procedures for selling surplus personal property that has completed the necessary screening process. Once property is determined to be surplus, its sale must follow the policies established in the Federal Management Regulation (FMR), specifically at 41 CFR part 102-38. Agencies are permitted to establish their own implementing procedures, provided they are consistent with the FMR. This ensures a standardized, compliant approach to the disposal of government property through sale.
Key Rules
- Sale of Surplus Personal Property
- Surplus property must be sold according to the FMR at 41 CFR part 102-38 after completing screening.
- Agency Implementing Procedures
- Agencies may develop their own procedures for sales, as long as they align with the FMR.
Responsibilities
- Contracting Officers: Ensure surplus property sales comply with FMR and any agency-specific procedures.
- Contractors: Follow agency instructions and applicable FMR requirements when involved in property sales.
- Agencies: May issue additional procedures and must ensure compliance with federal regulations.
Practical Implications
- This section ensures that the sale of surplus property is handled transparently and consistently across agencies.
- Contractors and contracting officers must be familiar with both the FMR and any agency-specific procedures.
- Non-compliance can result in improper disposal, audit findings, or legal issues.