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DFARS 217.7000 Scope of subpart.

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In plain English

This subpart sets out policy and procedures for exchanging nonexcess personal property at the same time as an acquisition. It relies on 40 U.S.C. 503, which allows such exchanges and lets the exchange allowance be applied to buying similar property. It does not authorize selling nonexcess personal property.

Applies to: Acquisitions involving exchange of nonexcess personal property

Key terms: nonexcess personal property · exchange allowance · acquisition · similar property

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The text

This subpart prescribes policy and procedures for exchange of nonexcess personal property concurrent with an acquisition. 40 U.S.C. 503 permits exchange of personal property and application of the exchange allowance to the acquisition of similar property. This subpart does not authorize the sale of nonexcess personal property.

← 217.770 Procedures. · 217.7001 Definitions. →

Rule changes for DFARS Part 217

Source: eCFR, 48 CFR chapters 1 and 2 (GPO GovInfo bulk data) ↗. Plain words for the terms: glossary.

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