Archived Deviation
This deviation was archived on 2025-06-02.
The information below is preserved for reference.
Rescinded
This deviation was rescinded by Class Deviation 2025-O0002 on June 2, 2025. The original memorandum is not separately archived.
Summary
Contracting officers must stop using project labor agreements (PLAs) for large-scale construction projects. This deviation suspends PLA requirements implemented at Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) subpart 22.5 and 36.104(c). Contracting officers must also amend open solicitations to remove all PLA requirements.
Contracting Officer Actions
1
Do not use PLAs on large-scale construction projects. This prohibition applies immediately to all new solicitations.
2
Amend existing solicitations to remove PLA requirements, including all provisions and clauses prescribed at FAR 22.505.
3
Direct questions to DPCAP/DARS at osd.dfars@mail.mil.
Expiration
This deviation remains in effect until rescinded. There is no fixed expiration date.
Affected Regulatory Sections
Use of Project Labor Agreements for Federal Construction Projects
Contracting officers must not apply PLA requirements for large-scale construction projects under this subpart.
MODIFIED
Solicitation Provisions and Contract Clauses
Remove all PLA provisions and clauses prescribed here from existing solicitations. Do not include them in new solicitations.
REMOVED