FAR 25.802 Procedures.

In plain English

This section tells contracting officers how to handle contracts performed outside the United States. They must check for and follow any applicable international agreements, do advance planning and coordination with U.S. agencies and foreign interests, and route contracts with Taiwanese firms through the American Institute of Taiwan. It matters to contractors because it affects how and through whom overseas contracts are awarded.

Applies to: Contracting officers placing contracts with contractors located outside the United States for performance outside the United States

What it requires

• Determine the existence and applicability of any international agreements and ensure compliance with them
• Conduct advance acquisition planning and coordination between appropriate U.S. executive agencies and foreign interests as required by those agreements
• Award all contracts with Taiwanese firms or organizations through the American Institute of Taiwan (AIT)

Key terms: international agreements · advance acquisition planning · American Institute of Taiwan (AIT) · United States Treaties and Other International Agreements

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