(a)(i)(C) If market research and analysis yields that expert and consultant services are commercial items (as defined in FAR 2.101), the concurrence of DASN(P) shall be obtained on the required determination. Determinations shall be submitted by email with a copy of the approved AS, STRAP, or MOPAS-S using usn.pentagon.asstsecnavrdadc.mbx.pabt@us.navy.mil with the subject “[Activity Name] NMCARS 5212.102 – D&F for Expert and Consultant Commercial Services.”

(f)(1) HCAs are delegated the authority to make the determinations described in FAR 12.102 (f)(1).