Use of commercial organizations for inspections and grading services.

Federal Acquisition Regulations System 5 2023-10-01 2023-10-01 false Use of commercial organizations for inspections and grading services. 846.470 Section 846.470 Federal Acquisition Regulations System DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS CONTRACT MANAGEMENT QUALITY ASSURANCE Government Contract Quality Assurance 846.470 Use of commercial organizations for inspections and grading services. The contracting officer may use a commercial organization for inspection and grading services when the contracting officer determines that all of the following exist: (a) The results of a technical inspection or grading are dependent upon the application of scientific principles or specialized techniques. (b) VA is unable to employ the personnel qualified to properly perform the services and is unable to locate another Federal agency capable of providing the service. (c) The inspection or grading results issued by a private organization are essential to verify the acceptance or rejection of a special commodity. (d) The services may be performed without direct Government supervision.