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If the FPI item is comparable, purchase the item from FPI following the procedures at http://www.unicor.gov, unless a waiver is obtained in accordance with FAR 8.604.

If the FPI item is NOT comparable in one or more of the areas of price, quality, and time of delivery

• Acquire the item using competitive or fair opportunity procedures in accordance with FAR 8.602 and include FPI in the solicitation process.

Simplified Acquisition NEW- if FAR Part 13 Simplified Acquisition Procedures used.

• Simplified Acquisition NEW- if FAR Part 13 Simplified Acquisition Procedures used.

• Single Source Solicited – if no solicitation issued or only one source solicited.

• Negotiated Proposal/Quote – for competitive actions using FAR Part 12 or 15 negotiated procedures.

• Sealed Bid – if using FAR Part 14 sealed bid procedures.

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