Title 48, Chapter 8 — Chapter 8

Department of Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation System

Definitions of Words and Terms

Improper Business Practices and Personal Conflicts of Interest

Administrative and Information Matters

Competition Requirements

Required Sources of Supplies and Services

Contractor Qualifications

Market Research

Describing Agency Needs

Acquisition of Commercial Products and Commercial Services

Simplified Acquisition Procedures

Sealed Bidding

Contracting by Negotiation

Types of Contracts

Special Contracting Methods

Small Business Programs

Application of Labor Laws to Government Acquisitions

Environment, Energy and Water Efficiency, Renewable Energy Technologies, Occupational Safety, and Drug-free Workplace

Protection of Privacy and Freedom of Information

Other Socioeconomic Programs

Bonds and Insurance

Taxes

Contract Cost Principles and Procedures

Contract Financing

Protests, Disputes, and Appeals

Research and Development Contracting

Construction and Architect-engineer Contracts

Service Contracting

Acquisition of Information Technology

Acquisition of Utility Services

Contract Administration and Audit Services

Contract Modifications

Subcontracting Policies and Procedures

Government Property

Quality Assurance

Transportation

Termination of Contracts

Solicitation Provisions and Contract Clauses

Forms

Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Programs

Simplified Procedures for Health-care Resources