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  "title": "FAR Part 39 - Acquisition of Information Technology (Modular Contracting, Section 508 ICT Accessibility, IT Security, Privacy)",
  "domain": "Public Sector & Government Procurement",
  "version": "1.0.0",
  "last_updated": "2026-06-02",
  "bluf": "Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 39 governs federal acquisition of information technology and information and communication technology (ICT), excluding national security systems under 40 USC 11302. Subpart 39.1 (General) requires agencies to identify IT requirements considering security, privacy, accessibility, energy efficiency, NIST common security configurations, and IPv6 compliance under 11.002(g); incorporates supply chain prohibitions on Kaspersky Lab products (4.2002), covered telecommunications equipment under subpart 4.21 (Section 889 NDAA FY2019), covered applications including TikTok (4.2202), and FASCSA-covered articles (4.2303). Section 39.103 requires modular contracting under 41 USC 2308 for major IT systems to the maximum extent practicable, with each increment independently manageable; award is required within 180 days of solicitation issuance and deliveries within 18 months. Section 39.105 requires contracts for system-of-records design and development to include agency rules of conduct, threat and hazard descriptions, required safeguards, and Government inspection program requirements under the Privacy Act 5 USC 552a. Section 39.106 mandates inclusion of clause 52.239-1 (Privacy or Security Safeguards) in solicitations and contracts requiring IT security or system-of-records operations. Subpart 39.2 (ICT) implements Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act under 29 USC 794d and 36 CFR 1194.1, requiring ICT supplies and services to meet ICT accessibility standards unless an exception (39.204 - national security systems, incidental contract items, maintenance spaces) or exemption (39.205 - undue burden, fundamental alteration, commercial nonavailability) applies. Exemptions require written justification and alternative means of access for individuals with disabilities. Indefinite-quantity contracts identify compliant items and exemption documentation at the contract level; task and delivery orders document exceptions and exemptions at issuance.",
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  "primary_citations_count": 7
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