503.104-7 Violations or possible violations.

  1. (a) The HCA is the individual designated under FAR 3.104-7 (a)(1) to receive information related to a conclusion that a reported or possible violation has no impact on a procurement.

  2. (b)  If the HCA receives information describing an actual or possible violation, the HCA must take all of the following actions:

    1. (1)  Refer the matter immediately to the Inspector General;

    2. (2) Determine what action to take on the procurement under FAR 3.104-7 (b)–(g); and

    3. (3)  Notify the Administrator if he or she determines that urgent and compelling circumstances, or other Government interests, justify the award or modification.

  3. (c) If a contracting officer has not been appointed, the contracting director performs the contracting officer actions defined in FAR 3.104-7.