A. Contracting Officer Guidance for Drafting Solicitations

Comment: One respondent stated that the final rule should provide guidance on how contracting officers can prepare solicitations that maximize the use of commercial items while obtaining sufficient information to conduct price analysis.

DoD Response: The current provisions and clauses at DFARS 212.301 provide appropriate guidance to the contracting officer to assist with the preparation of solicitations and contracts for commercial items. Contracting officers receive formal instruction and on-going assistance regarding how to conduct price analysis, to include guidance provided at PGI 215.404-1. Therefore, additional guidance is not required.