48 CFR § 1403.603 - 1403.603 Responsibilities of the contracting officer.

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title: "48 CFR § 1403.603 - 1403.603   Responsibilities of the contracting officer."
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title_name: "Federal Acquisition Regulations System"
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section_name: "1403.603   Responsibilities of the contracting officer."
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# 1403.603 1403.603   Responsibilities of the contracting officer.

The CO shall prepare a written determination and findings for the signature of the HCA when requesting authorization to allow a contract award to a Government employee or business concern or other organization owned or substantially owned or controlled by one or more Government employees.