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52.223-20 - Aerosols | FAR Navigator

52.223-20

Aerosols

Contractors must minimize the use of high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons in aerosols by using feasible alternatives identified through the EPA's SNAP program.

Overview

FAR 52.223-20, "Aerosols," requires contractors to minimize the use, release, or emissions of high global warming potential (GWP) hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) in aerosol propellants or solvents when feasible. Contractors must consider environmental, technical, and economic factors when evaluating alternatives to high-GWP HFCs, such as emission rates, energy efficiency, safety, technical performance, and commercial availability. The clause directs contractors to consult the EPA’s Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) program for approved alternatives with lower GWP. This regulation supports federal sustainability goals by reducing greenhouse gas emissions associated with government contracts involving aerosols.

Key Rules

Minimize High-GWP HFC Use
- Contractors must reduce the use, release, or emissions of high-GWP HFCs in aerosols when feasible.
Feasibility Assessment
- Contractors must consider environmental, technical, and economic factors when selecting alternatives.
Reference EPA SNAP Program
- Contractors are required to use the EPA’s SNAP program to identify acceptable alternatives with lower GWP.

Responsibilities

Contracting Officers: Ensure inclusion of this clause in applicable contracts and verify contractor compliance.
Contractors: Assess and implement feasible alternatives to high-GWP HFCs, document decision-making, and refer to the SNAP program.
Agencies: Oversee compliance and support sustainability objectives.

Practical Implications

This clause aims to reduce the environmental impact of federal procurement by limiting greenhouse gas emissions from aerosols.
Contractors must stay informed about SNAP-approved alternatives and be prepared to justify their choices based on feasibility.
Common pitfalls include failing to consult the SNAP list or not adequately considering all feasibility factors.

Contracts involving aerosol propellants or solvents

Contracts subject to FAR 23.109(d)(3)

General Contracts

Assess alternatives using environmental, technical, and economic factors (emission rates, safety, performance, cost).

Consult the EPA SNAP program for approved alternatives (40 CFR part 82 subpart G and https://www.epa.gov/snap/).

Document rationale for chosen alternatives, especially if high-GWP HFCs are used.

Ensure ongoing compliance with updated SNAP lists and regulatory changes.

Identify and reduce use of high-GWP hydrofluorocarbons in aerosol products when feasible.

Review contract for specific aerosol requirements.

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23.109Solicitation provisions and contract clauses

52.223[Reserved]

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

52.223-20

Aerosols

Contractors must minimize the use of high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons in aerosols by using feasible alternatives identified through the EPA's SNAP program.

Overview

Key Rules

Minimize High-GWP HFC Use
- Contractors must reduce the use, release, or emissions of high-GWP HFCs in aerosols when feasible.
Feasibility Assessment
- Contractors must consider environmental, technical, and economic factors when selecting alternatives.
Reference EPA SNAP Program
- Contractors are required to use the EPA’s SNAP program to identify acceptable alternatives with lower GWP.

Responsibilities

Contracting Officers: Ensure inclusion of this clause in applicable contracts and verify contractor compliance.
Contractors: Assess and implement feasible alternatives to high-GWP HFCs, document decision-making, and refer to the SNAP program.
Agencies: Oversee compliance and support sustainability objectives.

Practical Implications

This clause aims to reduce the environmental impact of federal procurement by limiting greenhouse gas emissions from aerosols.
Contractors must stay informed about SNAP-approved alternatives and be prepared to justify their choices based on feasibility.
Common pitfalls include failing to consult the SNAP list or not adequately considering all feasibility factors.

Contracts involving aerosol propellants or solvents

Contracts subject to FAR 23.109(d)(3)

General Contracts

Assess alternatives using environmental, technical, and economic factors (emission rates, safety, performance, cost).

Consult the EPA SNAP program for approved alternatives (40 CFR part 82 subpart G and https://www.epa.gov/snap/).

Document rationale for chosen alternatives, especially if high-GWP HFCs are used.

Ensure ongoing compliance with updated SNAP lists and regulatory changes.

Identify and reduce use of high-GWP hydrofluorocarbons in aerosol products when feasible.

Review contract for specific aerosol requirements.

References done in this subsection

23.109Solicitation provisions and contract clauses

52.223[Reserved]

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

52.223-20

Aerosols

Contractors must minimize the use of high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons in aerosols by using feasible alternatives identified through the EPA's SNAP program.

Overview

Key Rules

Minimize High-GWP HFC Use
- Contractors must reduce the use, release, or emissions of high-GWP HFCs in aerosols when feasible.
Feasibility Assessment
- Contractors must consider environmental, technical, and economic factors when selecting alternatives.
Reference EPA SNAP Program
- Contractors are required to use the EPA’s SNAP program to identify acceptable alternatives with lower GWP.

Responsibilities

Contracting Officers: Ensure inclusion of this clause in applicable contracts and verify contractor compliance.
Contractors: Assess and implement feasible alternatives to high-GWP HFCs, document decision-making, and refer to the SNAP program.
Agencies: Oversee compliance and support sustainability objectives.

Practical Implications

This clause aims to reduce the environmental impact of federal procurement by limiting greenhouse gas emissions from aerosols.
Contractors must stay informed about SNAP-approved alternatives and be prepared to justify their choices based on feasibility.
Common pitfalls include failing to consult the SNAP list or not adequately considering all feasibility factors.

52.223-20

Aerosols

Contractors must minimize the use of high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons in aerosols by using feasible alternatives identified through the EPA's SNAP program.

Overview

Key Rules

Minimize High-GWP HFC Use
- Contractors must reduce the use, release, or emissions of high-GWP HFCs in aerosols when feasible.
Feasibility Assessment
- Contractors must consider environmental, technical, and economic factors when selecting alternatives.
Reference EPA SNAP Program
- Contractors are required to use the EPA’s SNAP program to identify acceptable alternatives with lower GWP.

Responsibilities

Contracting Officers: Ensure inclusion of this clause in applicable contracts and verify contractor compliance.
Contractors: Assess and implement feasible alternatives to high-GWP HFCs, document decision-making, and refer to the SNAP program.
Agencies: Oversee compliance and support sustainability objectives.

Practical Implications

This clause aims to reduce the environmental impact of federal procurement by limiting greenhouse gas emissions from aerosols.
Contractors must stay informed about SNAP-approved alternatives and be prepared to justify their choices based on feasibility.
Common pitfalls include failing to consult the SNAP list or not adequately considering all feasibility factors.

52.223-20

Aerosols

Contractors must minimize the use of high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons in aerosols by using feasible alternatives identified through the EPA's SNAP program.

Overview

Key Rules

Minimize High-GWP HFC Use
- Contractors must reduce the use, release, or emissions of high-GWP HFCs in aerosols when feasible.
Feasibility Assessment
- Contractors must consider environmental, technical, and economic factors when selecting alternatives.
Reference EPA SNAP Program
- Contractors are required to use the EPA’s SNAP program to identify acceptable alternatives with lower GWP.

Responsibilities

Contracting Officers: Ensure inclusion of this clause in applicable contracts and verify contractor compliance.
Contractors: Assess and implement feasible alternatives to high-GWP HFCs, document decision-making, and refer to the SNAP program.
Agencies: Oversee compliance and support sustainability objectives.

Practical Implications

This clause aims to reduce the environmental impact of federal procurement by limiting greenhouse gas emissions from aerosols.
Contractors must stay informed about SNAP-approved alternatives and be prepared to justify their choices based on feasibility.
Common pitfalls include failing to consult the SNAP list or not adequately considering all feasibility factors.

52.223-20

Aerosols

Contractors must minimize the use of high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons in aerosols by using feasible alternatives identified through the EPA's SNAP program.

Overview

Key Rules

Minimize High-GWP HFC Use
- Contractors must reduce the use, release, or emissions of high-GWP HFCs in aerosols when feasible.
Feasibility Assessment
- Contractors must consider environmental, technical, and economic factors when selecting alternatives.
Reference EPA SNAP Program
- Contractors are required to use the EPA’s SNAP program to identify acceptable alternatives with lower GWP.

Responsibilities

Contracting Officers: Ensure inclusion of this clause in applicable contracts and verify contractor compliance.
Contractors: Assess and implement feasible alternatives to high-GWP HFCs, document decision-making, and refer to the SNAP program.
Agencies: Oversee compliance and support sustainability objectives.

Practical Implications

This clause aims to reduce the environmental impact of federal procurement by limiting greenhouse gas emissions from aerosols.
Contractors must stay informed about SNAP-approved alternatives and be prepared to justify their choices based on feasibility.
Common pitfalls include failing to consult the SNAP list or not adequately considering all feasibility factors.

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