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DOD/DARC RIN: 0750-AG52 Publication ID: Spring 2011 
Title: Continuation of Essential Contractor Services (DFARS Case 2009-D017) 
Abstract: This rule amends the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) to address requirements for the continuation of essential contractor services during emergency situations. The rule added policy and a contract clause requiring that contractors providing essential contractor services, as determined by the requiring activity, shall be prepared to continue such services during periods of crisis. This rule is necessary to ensure that essential contractor services are not interrupted. The current changing threat environment, particularly under the additional challenges caused by such potential crises as destructive weather, earthquakes, or pandemic disease, has increased the need for continuity of operations capabilities and plans that enable agencies to continue their essential functions during a broad range of emergencies and crises. Because the rule allows for an equitable adjustment for additional costs that are incurred during a crisis situation, minimal economic impact is anticipated. 
Agency: Department of Defense(DOD)  Priority: Other Significant 
RIN Status: Previously published in the Unified Agenda Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Actions 
Major: No  Unfunded Mandates: No 
CFR Citation: 48 CFR 237    48 CFR 252   
Legal Authority: 41 USC 421   
Legal Deadline:  None
Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Interim Final Rule  03/05/2010  75 FR 10191   
Interim Final Rule Effective  03/05/2010    
Interim Final Rule Comment Period End  05/04/2010    
Final Action  10/29/2010  75 FR 66680   
Final Action Effective  10/29/2010    
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No  Government Levels Affected: Federal 
Small Entities Affected: Businesses  Federalism: No 
Included in the Regulatory Plan: No 
RIN Data Printed in the FR: No 
Agency Contact:
Ynette R. Shelkin
Editor, Defense Acquisition Regulations System
Department of Defense
Defense Acquisition Regulations Council
OUSD/AT&L DPAP/DARS, 3060 Defense Pentagon, Room 3B855,
Washington, DC 20301-3060
Phone:571 372-6089
Email: ynette.shelkin@osd.mil