FAR Part 10Market Research

OverviewWhat is Market Research (MR)PolicyWhen, Why, & WhoHow Market Research Plays Into Other Parts

of the Acquisition (Building Blocks)

What is Market Research?Market Research means collecting and analyzing information about capabilities within the market to satisfy agency needs

Ref: FAR 2.101 – Definitions

Policy FAR 10.001Conduct MR appropriate to circumstance

before:Developing requirement documentsSoliciting offers for acquisitions over SAT –

below SAT if inadequate information and cost can be justified

Soliciting offers that could lead to a bundled contract

Awarding task or delivery order under ID/IQs for noncommercial item in excess of SAT

Use commercial MR methods to identify small business and new entrants into market

Policy cont.Commercial Items are preferred – To extent

possible, government shall meet its requirements through commercial items

Non-developmental Items – When commercial items are not suitable, consider non-developmental itemsMaximize use of commercial

components/subcomponentsConsult with your Small Business Specialist

NLT 30 days prior to release of solicitation

When, Why, & WhoWhen

Depends on the requirementBest to conduct during conceptual phase of

acquisition ALWAYS prior to release of solicitation

WhyAllows for understanding position in the

marketWho

Everyone in Acquisition Team is involved (Technical staff, PM, PCO, Customer, user, small business)

How Market Research Plays Into Other Parts of the

Acquisition(Building Blocks)

Market Research

Acquisition Planning

Competition Requirements

Publicizing Contract Actions

Small Business & Other Socioeconomic Concerns

Required Sources

Contractor Qualifications

Acquisition of Commercial Items

Labor Laws

Environmental concerns

Simplified Acquisition Procedure

Sealed Bidding/Negotiated Contract

Contract Types/Special Contracting Methods

Cost Accounting Standards & Cost Principles

Special Categories of Contracting

Questions?