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PGI 239.7407: Type of contract.

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This PGI section supplements: DFARS 239.7407 · FAR 39.7407
The corresponding FAR Part 39 and DFARS Part 239 have been overhauled under the RFO. PGI replacement text is provided in the RFO deviation attachment. View FAR Part 39

Current Content

When using a basic agreement in conjunction with a communication service authorization—

(1) Use DD Form 428, Communication Service Authorization (CSA), or an electronic data processing substitute to award, modify, cancel, or terminate telecommunications services. The CSA shall—

(i) Refer to the basic agreement;

(ii) Specify the types and quantities and equipment to be provided as well as the tariff (or other price if a tariff is not available) of those services and equipment;

(iii) Specify the premises involved;

(iv) Cite the address for billing;

(v) Identify the disbursing office;

(vi) Provide funding information; and

(vii) Include an expiration date.

(2) Before awarding a CSA, comply with the requirements in FAR and DFARS, e.g., for competition, reviews, approvals, and determinations and findings.

Change History

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detected 2026-04-17 [PGI] PGI_MODIFIED PGI 239.7407 updated: 10 lines added, 1 lines removed
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-When acquiring telecommunications services, the contracting officer may use a basic agreement (see FAR 16.702) in conjunction with communication service authorizations. When using this method, follow the procedures at PGI 239.7407 .+When using a basic agreement in conjunction with a communication service authorization--
+(1) Use DD Form 428, Communication Service Authorization (CSA), or an electronic data processing substitute to award, modify, cancel, or terminate telecommunications services. The CSA shall--
+(i) Refer to the basic agreement;
+(ii) Specify the types and quantities and equipment to be provided as well as the tariff (or other price if a tariff is not available) of those services and equipment;
+(iii) Specify the premises involved;
+(iv) Cite the address for billing;
+(v) Identify the disbursing office;
+(vi) Provide funding information; and
+(vii) Include an expiration date.
+(2) Before awarding a CSA, comply with the requirements in FAR and DFARS, e.g., for competition, reviews, approvals, and determinations and findings.
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