This text is not in eCFR or DITA. It is extracted from the .docx attachment for Class Deviation 2026-O0027, 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.
(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.
Authoritative source
Issued as an attachment to the Office of the Secretary of Defense memorandum for Class Deviation 2026-O0027, signed February 1, 2026. Verify against the attachment before relying on this text.
- .docx attachment for Class Deviation 2026-O0027
- Class Deviation 2026-O0027 memorandum (PDF)
- Class Deviation 2026-O0027 on part52.dev
Codified PGI
The codified text remains published on acquisition.gov but is superseded by this Class Deviation. View codified PGI 217.7404-1.