Interim Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Rule Prohibiting Acquiring Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Equipment or Services

Effective August 13, 2019, the interim rule revises the FAR and prohibits agencies from procuring, obtaining, extending, or renewing a contract (including micro-purchases) for equipment, systems, or services that use covered telecommunications and/or video surveillance equipment or services. 

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