5206.202 (DFARS 206.202) Establishing or maintaining alternative sources.

(b)

(1)  D&Fs shall be signed as follows:

(A)  For a proposed contract not exceeding $85,500,000, the approval level is the HCA, or a

designee who-

(a)  If a member of the armed forces, is a general or flag officer; or

(b)  If a civilian, is serving in a position in grade GS 16 or above under the General Schedule (or in a comparable or higher position under another schedule).

(B)  For a proposed contract over $85,500,000, the approval level is the NSPE.