FAR 1.603-2 Selection
Subsection Federal Acquisition Regulation
Facts
- Citation
- FAR 1.603-2
- Type
- Subsection
- Text as of
- FAC 2026-01
- Official text
- acquisition.gov
Text from acquisition.gov. Federal Register history from the Federal Register's records of the rules that amended this subsection.
Text
In selecting contracting officers, the appointing official shall consider the complexity and dollar value of the acquisitions to be assigned and the candidate’s experience, training, education, business acumen, judgment, character, and reputation. Examples of selection criteria include-
(a) Experience in Government contracting and administration, commercial purchasing, or related fields;
(b) Education or special training in business administration, law, accounting, engineering, or related fields;
(c) Knowledge of acquisition policies and procedures, including this and other applicable regulations;
(d) Specialized knowledge in the particular assigned field of contracting; and
(e) Satisfactory completion of acquisition training courses.
Quick answers
What is FAR 1.603-2?
FAR 1.603-2 is a subsection of the Federal Acquisition Regulation, titled "Selection".
Are changes to FAR 1.603-2 proposed?
No proposed rule from the last 3 years is waiting on a final rule.
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