Class Deviation 2021-O0001-original - Combating Race and Sex Stereotyping

Summary

This deviation implements Section 4 of Executive Order (EO) 13950, Combating Race and Sex Stereotyping. It requires contracting officers to include new clause 252.222-7999 in solicitations and resultant contracts that contain Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity. The clause prohibits contractors from using workplace training that inculcates race or sex stereotyping or scapegoating.

Required Contracting Officer Actions

1. Include clause 252.222-7999, Combating Race and Sex Stereotyping (DEVIATION 2021-O0001), in solicitations issued on or after 2020-11-20 and in resultant contracts that include FAR 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity.
2. Amend solicitations issued before 2020-11-20 to include clause 252.222-7999 if contract award is expected on or after 2020-11-20 and the contract will include FAR 52.222-26.
3. Do not include clause 252.222-7999 in contracts exempted from EO 11246 requirements. See FAR 22.807 for the exemption list and instructions.

Affected Provisions and Clauses

252.222-7999, Combating Race and Sex Stereotyping (DEVIATION 2021-O0001) (Clause)

• Change type: NEW
• Action: New DFARS clause created by this deviation. Use in solicitations and contracts when FAR 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity or its Alternate I is included.

Notes

Exemptions: FAR 22.807 lists contracts exempted from EO 11246. Those same exemptions apply to EO 13950 and clause 252.222-7999.

Subcontracts: Contractors must flow down the substance of clause 252.222-7999 to all subcontracts exceeding $10,000 that are not exempted under EO 11246.

Expiration: This deviation remains in effect until incorporated into the FAR or otherwise rescinded. No calendar expiration date applies.

Point of Contact: Mr. Michael Pelkey is the point of contact. He is reachable at (703) 614-1253 or michael.f.pelkey.civ@mail.mil.

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