(a)(2)(iii) The contracting officer (in consultation with the program office or requiring activity, after review of the required disclosures per DoD guidance), may determine that an entity is not using the covered telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any system; or an exception at FAR 4.2102(b) applies. The Deputy/Assistant Commander for Contracts, without power of redelegation, is the approval authority for the contracting officer’s determination. The approved determination shall be included in the contract file with a copy of the approved determination provided to DASN(P) within seven (7) days of approval by email to usn.pentagon.asstsecnavrdadc.mbx.pabt@us.navy.mil with the subject “[Activity Name] NMCARS 5204.2103 – Determination (Prohibition on Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment).