This text is not in eCFR or DITA. It is extracted from the .docx attachment for Class Deviation 2026-O0048, which directs contracting officers to use it in place of the codified PGI. The parsed text is a convenience layer; the .docx attachment is authoritative.
(a)(1) When the contracting officer cannot obtain sufficient data to perform a price analysis in accordance with FAR 15.404-1, a cost analysis is required.
(2) When a solicitation is not subject to TINA and a cost analysis is required, clearly communicate to the offeror or contractor the cost data that will be needed to determine if the proposed price is fair and reasonable. See PGI 215.403-1(c).
(3) Consider the need for field pricing support from the Defense Contract Management Agency, the Defense Contract Audit Agency, and/or other agencies. See PGI 215.404-4 and 215.406.
Authoritative source
Issued as an attachment to the Office of the Secretary of Defense memorandum for Class Deviation 2026-O0048, signed July 22, 2026. Verify against the attachment before relying on this text.
- .docx attachment for Class Deviation 2026-O0048
- Class Deviation 2026-O0048 memorandum (PDF)
- Class Deviation 2026-O0048 on part52.dev
Codified PGI
The codified text remains published on acquisition.gov but is superseded by this Class Deviation. View codified PGI 215.404-2.