III. Regulatory Flexibility Act

DoD certifies that this rule will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities within the meaning of the Regulatory Flexibility Act, 5 U.S.C. 601, et seq., because this rule only impacts acquisitions that are in support of operations in Afghanistan, allowing acquisition of products and services from the SC/CASA states. The minimal information collection requirement applies only to contractors that are from an SC/CASA state, and does not apply to U.S. small business concerns. DoD did not receive any comments from small businesses or other interested parties.