FAR 1.704 — Content
Regulatory text. Not legal advice.
Each D&F shall set forth enough facts and circumstances to clearly and convincingly justify the specific determination made. As a minimum, each D&F shall include, in the prescribed agency format, the following information:
(a)
(a) Identification of the agency and of the contracting activity and specific identifications of the document as a Determination and Findings.
(b)
(b) Nature and/or description of the action being approved.
(c)
(c) Citation of the appropriate statute and/or regulation upon which the D&F is based.
(d)
(d) Findings that detail the particular circumstances, facts, or reasoning essential to support the determination. Necessary supporting documentation shall be obtained from appropriate requirements and technical personnel.
(e)
(e) A determination, based on the findings, that the proposed action is justified under the applicable statute or regulation.
(f)
(f) Expiration date of the D&F, if required (see [FAR 1.706]).
(g)
(g) The signature of the official authorized to sign the D&F (see FAR 1.706) and the date signed.
Source: eCFR • Pulled 2026-04-16