PGI 217.7404-1 (R-DFARS)

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This text comes from the Word attachment to class deviation 2026-O0027, not from acquisition.gov. The deviation memo directs contracting officers to use it in place of the codified PGI. The source attachment linked below is authoritative.

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(1) The requiring activity, in coordination with the contracting office, prepares the request for approval package for an undefinitized contract action (UCA) requirement. The approval package must—

(i) Document why a UCA is required (for letter contracts see DFARS 216.603);

(ii) Provide a detailed explanation for the need to begin performance before definitization;

(iii) Address the adverse impact on agency requirements that would result from delays in beginning performance;

(iv) Identify the risk of using a UCA and the means by which the Government will mitigate such risk;

(v) Identify and justify the specific contractual instrument to be used;

(vi) Establish limitations on the obligation of funds; and

(vii) Provide the definitization schedule of agreed-upon events that support timely definitization.

(2) A sample format with certain variations for letter contracts is provided at this website: http://www.acq.osd.mil/dpap/dars/pgi/docs/Template_for_UCA_Authorization_Requests.pdf.

Sources: Deviation attachment (.docx) · Codified PGI 217.7404-1

PGI 217.7404-1: Authorization.

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