80 FR 26883 - Federal Acquisition Regulation; High Global Warming Potential Hydrofluorocarbons
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION
NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION Federal Register Volume 80, Issue 90 (May 11, 2015)
GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION
NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION
Federal Register Volume 80, Issue 90 (May 11, 2015)
| Page Range | 26883-26888 | |
| FR Document | 2015-11231 |
[Federal Register Volume 80, Number 90 (Monday, May 11, 2015)] [Proposed Rules] [Pages 26883-26888] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2015-11231] [[Page 26883]] ======================================================================= ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION 48 CFR Parts 1, 2, 7, 11, 23, 25, and 52 [FAR Case 2014-026; Docket No. 2014-0026; Sequence No. 1] RIN 9000-AM87 Federal Acquisition Regulation; High Global Warming Potential Hydrofluorocarbons AGENCY: Department of Defense (DoD), General Services Administration (GSA), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). ACTION: Proposed rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: DoD, GSA, and NASA are proposing to amend the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to implement Executive branch policy in the President's Climate Action Plan to procure, when feasible, alternatives to high global warming potential (GWP) hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs). This will allow agencies to better meet the greenhouse gas emission reduction goals and reporting requirements of the Executive Order (E.O.) 13693 of March 25, 2015, Planning for Sustainability in the Next Decade. E.O. 13693 subsumes both E.O. 13423 of January 24, 2007, Strengthening Federal Environmental, Energy, and Transportation Management as well as E.O. 13514 of October 5, 2009, Federal Leadership in Environmental, Energy, and Economic Performance. DATES: Interested parties should submit written comments to the Regulatory Secretariat at one of the addresses shown below on or before July 10, 2015 to be considered in the formation of the final rule. ADDRESSES: Submit comments in response to FAR Case 2014-026 by any of the following methods:Regulations.gov: http://www.regulations.gov. Submit comments via the Federal eRulemaking portal by searching for ``FAR Case 2014-026''. Select the link ``Comment Now'' that corresponds with ``FAR Case 2014-026.'' Follow the instructions provided at the ``Comment Now'' screen. Please include your name, company name (if any), and ``FAR Case 2014-026'' on your attached document. Mail: General Services Administration, Regulatory Secretariat (MVCB), ATTN: Ms. Flowers, 1800 F Street NW., 2nd Floor, Washington, DC 20405. Instructions: Please submit comments only and cite FAR Case 2014- 026, in all correspondence related to this case. All comments received will be posted without change to http://www.regulations.gov, including any personal and/or business confidential information provided. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. Charles Gray, Procurement Analyst, at 703-795-6328, for clarification of content. For information pertaining to status or publication schedules, contact the Regulatory Secretariat at 202-501-4755. Please cite FAR Case 2014-026. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: I. Background DoD, GSA, and NASA are proposing to revise the FAR to implement Executive branch policy in the President's Climate Action Plan to procure, when feasible, alternatives to high GWP HFCs and allow agencies to better meet the greenhouse gas emission reduction goals and reporting requirements formerly required by Executive Order (E.O.) 13514, and now required by E.O. 13693, Planning for Federal Sustainability in the Next Decade. President Obama issued his Climate Action Plan (CAP), dated June 2013, that includes a broad set of steps designed to slow the effects of climate change, see http://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/image/president27sclimateactionplan.pdf. Among the many actions called for, the CAP outlined a set of measures to address HFCs, potent greenhouse gases primarily used in refrigeration and air conditioning, see section IV. The CAP states that ``emissions of HFCs are expected to nearly triple by 2030, and double from current levels of 1.5 percent of greenhouse gas emissions to 3 percent by 2020''. For example, the atmospheric concentration of HFC-134a, the most abundant HFC, has increased by about 10 percent per year from 2006 to 2012, and the concentrations of HFC-143a and HFC-125 have risen over 13 percent and 16 percent per year from 2007-2011, respectively. In order to address high GWP HFCs, the President directed Federal agencies to lead through both international diplomacy and domestic action. In particular, he directed the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to use its authority through the Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) Program to encourage private sector investment in low-emissions technology by identifying and approving climate-friendly chemicals while prohibiting certain uses of the most climate-harmful chemical alternatives. In addition, the CAP noted ``the President has directed his Administration to purchase cleaner alternatives to HFCs whenever feasible and transition over time to equipment that uses safer and more sustainable alternatives''. There are lower GWP alternatives available now for certain applications, and likely more will become available within the next 5 years to replace the higher GWP HFCs that contribute to climate change. Agencies are already reporting emissions of greenhouse gases, including HFCs, as formerly required by E.O. 13514. In order to understand and track the Government's progress to reduce HFC emissions, improved reporting of current HFC usage is necessary to baseline efforts. II. Discussion and Analysis A. Policy and Procedures Accordingly, DoD, GSA, and NASA are proposing to amend FAR subpart 23.8 to include-- (1) A policy statement at FAR 23.802 reflecting the Government's commitment to minimize the procurement and the potential use, release, or emission of high GWP HFCs that contribute to climate change; and (2) Procedures at FAR 23.803 that address substitution of lower GWP alternatives where feasible, and referring to EPA's SNAP program to identify acceptable alternatives. B. Clauses The proposed rule includes contract clauses, prescribed at FAR 23.804, that-- Give direction to contractors to take steps in furtherance of this policy (including, when feasible, reducing the amount of HFC emissions and substituting lower GWP alternatives as part of the normal equipment maintenance and replacement process); and Require limited contractor reporting (i.e., the amount in pounds of HFCs or refrigerant blends containing HFCs in the equipment and appliances delivered to the Government and the amount in pounds of HFCs or refrigerant blends containing HFCs added or taken out of equipment or appliances during maintenance, service, repair, or disposal, which contractors may track as part of billing the Government), so that the Government can track progress and impact of products (equipment and appliances) procured and delivered [[Page 26884]] with HFCs or refrigerant blends containing HFCs. Reporting is limited to equipment and appliances that normally contain 50 or more pounds of HFCs or refrigerant blends containing HFCs. At these levels of refrigerant use, considering the associated cost, contractors are likely to already have access to quantity of HFC and refrigerant blends containing HFCs used due to cost. This rule proposes to modify the existing FAR clauses at 52.223-11, Ozone-Depleting Substances, and 52.223-12, Refrigeration Equipment and Air Conditioners, to address high GWP HFCs, as well as ozone-depleting substances. In addition, the rule proposes to add two new clauses specifically focused on use of alternatives, where feasible, in place of high GWP HFCs in aerosol cans (as propellants or solvents) and as foam blowing agents. C. Definitions The rule proposes to amend FAR part 2 by adding the new definitions of ``global warming potential,'' ``hydrofluorocarbons'', and ``high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons''. The rule also adds in FAR part 2 a definition of ``manufactured end product'' (currently defined in the FAR clause 52.225-18), with update to the current terminology for product and service code/group, rather, than Federal supply class/group. D. Applicability This proposed rule will apply to all acquisitions inside the United States and its outlying areas of products or services containing or using high GWP HFCs, including-- Commercial items that use part 12 procedures; and Acquisitions that do not exceed the simplified acquisition threshold. The reporting requirement applies only for delivery of, or maintenance, service, repair and disposal of, equipment or appliances normally containing 50 pounds or more of HFCs or refrigerant blends containing HFCs. III. Executive Orders 12866 and 13563 Executive Orders (E.O.s) 12866 and 13563 direct agencies to assess all costs and benefits of available regulatory alternatives and, if regulation is necessary, to select regulatory approaches that maximize net benefits (including potential economic, environmental, public health and safety effects, distributive impacts, and equity). E.O. 13563 emphasizes the importance of quantifying both costs and benefits, of reducing costs, of harmonizing rules, and of promoting flexibility. This is a significant regulatory action and, therefore, was subject to review under section 6(b) of E.O. 12866, Regulatory Planning and Review, dated September 30, 1993. This rule is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804. IV. Regulatory Flexibility Act The change may have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities within the meaning of the Regulatory Flexibility Act, 5 U.S.C. 601, et seq. The Initial Regulatory Flexibility Analysis (IRFA) is summarized as follows: This rule is necessary to implement Executive branch policy stated in the President's Climate Action Plan. The objective of this rule is to require Federal agencies to procure climate-friendly alternatives to high global warming potential (GWP) hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) and allow agencies to better meet the greenhouse gas emission reduction goals and reporting requirements formerly required by Executive Order (E.O.) 13514, and now required by E.O. 13693, Planning for Federal Sustainability in the Next Decade. Based on FPDS data for FY 2013, this rule will apply to approximately 1,680 small business contractors that provide supplies (including equipment and appliances) to the Federal Government and about 640 small business contractors that provide maintenance, service, repair, or disposal of refrigeration equipment or air conditioners. In addition, although the proposed clauses at 252.223- XX, Aerosols, and 52.223-YY, Foams, do not contain any reporting requirements, these clauses also apply respectively to solicitations and contracts that involve repair or maintenance of electronic or mechanical devices and construction of buildings and facilities. We estimate an average reporting burden of about 8 hours per year for each of the small businesses providing supplies containing high GWP HFCs or maintenance, service, repair, or disposal of refrigeration equipment or air conditioners. The rule does not duplicate, overlap, or conflict with any other Federal rules. We did not identify any significant alternatives to the rule that would accomplish the stated objectives of the President's Climate Action Plan and the Executive Order. It is necessary for the rule to apply to small entities, because about three-quarters of the affected contractors are small businesses. Every effort has been made to minimize the burdens imposed. The Regulatory Secretariat has submitted a copy of the IRFA to the Chief Counsel for Advocacy of the Small Business Administration. A copy of the IRFA may be obtained from the Regulatory Secretariat. DoD, GSA, and NASA invite comments from small business concerns and other interested parties on the expected impact of this rule on small entities. DoD, GSA, and NASA will also consider comments from small entities concerning the existing regulations in subparts affected by the rule in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 610. Interested parties must submit such comments separately and should cite 5 U.S.C. 610 (FAR Case 2014-026), in correspondence. V. Paperwork Reduction Act The Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. chapter 35) applies. The proposed rule contains information collection requirements. Accordingly, the Regulatory Secretariat has submitted a request for approval of a new information collection requirement concerning GWP HFCs to the Office of Management and Budget. A. Public reporting burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 8 hours per response, including the time for reviewing instructions, searching existing data sources, gathering and maintaining the data needed, and completing and reviewing the collection of information. The annual reporting burden estimated as follows: Respondents: 3,172. Responses per respondent: 1. Total annual responses: 3,172. Preparation hours per response: 8 hours. Total response Burden Hours: 25,376. B. Request for Comments Regarding Paperwork Burden. Submit comments, including suggestions for reducing this burden, not later than July 10, 2015 to: FAR Desk Officer, OMB, Room 10102, NEOB, Washington, DC 20503, and a copy to the General Services Administration, Regulatory Secretariat Division (MVCB), ATTN: Ms. Flowers, 1800 F Street NW., 2nd Floor, Washington, DC 20405-0001. Public comments are particularly invited on: Whether this collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of functions of the FAR, and will have practical utility; whether our estimate of the public burden of this collection of information is accurate, and based on valid assumptions and methodology; ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and ways in which we can minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, through the use of appropriate technological collection techniques or other forms of information technology. Requesters may obtain a copy of the supporting statement from the General Services Administration, Regulatory [[Page 26885]] Secretariat (MVCB), ATTN: Hada Flowers, 1800 F Street NW., 2nd Floor, Washington, DC 20405-0001. Please cite OMB Control Number 9000-0191, High Global Warming Potential Hydrofluorocarbons, in all correspondence. List of Subjects in 48 CFR Parts 1, 2, 7, 11, 23, 25, and 52 Government procurement. Dated: May 5, 2015. William Clark, Director, Office of Government-wide Acquisition Policy, Office of Acquisition Policy, Office of Government-wide Policy. Therefore, DoD, GSA, and NASA propose amending 48 CFR parts 1, 2, 7, 11, 23, 25, and 52 as set forth below: 0 1. The authority citation for 48 CFR parts 1, 2, 7, 11, 23, 25, and 52 continues to read as follows: Authority: 40 U.S.C. 121(c); 10 U.S.C. chapter 137; and 51 U.S.C. 20113. PART 1--FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATIONS SYSTEM 1.106 [Amended] 0 2. Amend section 1.106 in the table following the introductory text, by adding in numerical sequence, FAR segments ``52.223-11'' and ``52.223- 12'' and their corresponding OMB Control Number ``9000-0191''. PART 2--DEFINITIONS OF WORDS AND TERMS 0 3. Amend section 2.101, in paragraph (b)(2) by adding, in alphabetical order, the definitions ``Global warming potential'', ``High global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons'', ``Hydrofluorocarbons'', ``Manufactured end product'', and ``Products'' to read as follows: 2.101 Definitions. * * * * * (b) * * * (2) * * * Global warming potential means a measure of the total energy that a gas absorbs over a particular period of time (usually 100 years), compared to carbon dioxide. * * * * * High global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons means any hydrofluorocarbons for which EPA's Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) program (40 CFR part 82 Subpart G) identifies acceptable lower global warming potential alternatives with supplemental tables of alternatives available at (http://www.epa.gov/ozone/snap/). * * * * * Hydrofluorocarbons means compounds that contain only hydrogen, fluorine, and carbon. * * * * * Manufactured end product means any end product in product and service codes (PSC) 1000-9999, except-- (1) PSC 5510, Lumber and Related Basic Wood Materials; (2) Product or service group (PSG) 87, Agricultural Supplies; (3) PSG 88, Live Animals; (4) PSG 89, Subsistence; (5) PSC 9410, Crude Grades of Plant Materials; (6) PSC 9430, Miscellaneous Crude Animal Products, Inedible; (7) PSC 9440, Miscellaneous Crude Agricultural and Forestry Products; (8) PSC 9610, Ores; (9) PSC 9620, Minerals, Natural and Synthetic; and (10) PSC 9630, Additive Metal Materials. * * * * * Products has the same meaning as supplies. * * * * * PART 7--ACQUISITION PLANNING 0 4. Amend section 7.103 by revising paragraph (p)(2) to read as follows: 7.103 Agency-head responsibilities. * * * * * (p) * * * (2) Comply with the policy in 11.002(d) regarding procurement of: Biobased products, products containing recovered materials, environmentally preferable products and services (including Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT[supreg])-registered electronic products, nontoxic or low-toxic alternatives), ENERGY STAR[supreg] and Federal Energy Management Program-designated products, renewable energy, water-efficient products, non-ozone-depleting products, and products and services that minimize or eliminate, when feasible, the use, release, or emission of high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons; * * * * * PART 11--DESCRIBING AGENCY NEEDS 0 5. Amend section 11.002 by revising paragraph (d)(1)(vi) to read as follows: 11.002 Policy. * * * * * (d)(1) * * * (vi) Non-ozone-depleting substances; and products and services that minimize or eliminate, when feasible, the use, release, or emission of high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons (subpart 23.8). * * * * * PART 23--APPLICATION OF LABOR LAWS TO GOVERNMENT 0 6. Amend section 23.000 by revising paragraph (d) to read as follows: 23.000 Scope. * * * * * (d) Acquiring energy-efficient and water-efficient products and services, environmentally preferable (including EPEAT[supreg]- registered, and non-toxic and less toxic) products, products containing recovered materials, biobased products, non-ozone-depleting products, and products and services that minimize or eliminate, when feasible, the use, release, or emission of high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons; * * * * * 0 7. Revise subpart 23.8 to read as follows: Subpart 23.8--Ozone-Depleting Substances and Hydrofluorocarbons Sec. 23.800 Scope of subpart. 23.801 Authorities. 23.802 Policy. 23.803 Procedures. 23.804 Contract clauses. Subpart 23.8--Ozone-Depleting Substances and Hydrofluorocarbons 23.800 Scope of subpart. This subpart sets forth policies and procedures for the acquisition of items that-- (a) Contain, use, or are manufactured with ozone-depleting substances; or (b) Contain or use high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons. 23.801 Authorities. (a) Title VI of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7671, et seq.). (b) Section 706 of Division D, title VII of the Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2009 (Pub. L. 111-8). (c) Executive Order 13693 of March 25, 2015, Planning for Federal Sustainability in the Next Decade. (d) Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations, Protection of Stratospheric Ozone (40 CFR part 82). 23.802 Policy. It is the policy of the Federal Government that Federal agencies-- (a) Implement cost-effective programs to minimize the procurement of materials and substances that contribute to the depletion of stratospheric ozone and/or result in the use, release or [[Page 26886]] emission of high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons; and (b) Give preference to the procurement of acceptable alternative chemicals, products, and manufacturing processes that reduce overall risks to human health and the environment by minimizing-- (1) The depletion of ozone in the upper atmosphere; and (2) The potential use, release, or emission of high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons. 23.803 Procedures. In preparing specifications and purchase descriptions, and in the acquisition of products and services, agencies shall-- (a) Comply with the requirements of title VI of the Clean Air Act, section 706 of division D, title VII of Pub. L. 111-8, Executive Order 13693, and 40 CFR 82.84(a)(2), (3), (4), and (5); (b) Substitute acceptable alternatives to ozone-depleting substances, as identified under 42 U.S.C. 7671k, to the maximum extent practicable, as provided in 40 CFR 82.84(a)(1), except in the case of Class I substances being used for specified essential uses, as identified under 40 CFR 82.4(n); (c) Specify, when feasible, that contractors shall substitute acceptable lower global warming potential alternatives for high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons in products and services; and (d) Refer to EPA's Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) program (available at http://www.epa.gov/ozone/snap) to identify acceptable alternatives to ozone-depleting substances and high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons. 23.804 Contract clauses. Except for contracts that will be performed outside the United States and its outlying areas, insert the following clauses: (a) 52.223-11, Ozone-Depleting Substances and High Global Warming Potential Hydrofluorocarbons, in solicitations and contracts for-- (1) Refrigeration equipment (in product or service code (PSC) 4110); (2) Air conditioning equipment (PSC 4120); (3) Clean agent fire suppression systems/equipment (e.g., installed room flooding systems, portable fire extinguishers, aircraft/tactical vehicle fire/explosion suppression systems) (in PSC 4210); (4) Bulk refrigerants and fire suppressants (in PSC 6830); (5) Solvents, dusters, freezing compounds, mold release agents, and any other miscellaneous chemical specialty that may contain ozone- depleting substances or high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons (in PSC 6850); (6) Corrosion prevention compounds, foam sealants, aerosol mold release agents, and any other preservative or sealing compound that may contain ozone-depleting substances or high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons (in PSC 8030); (7) Fluorocarbon lubricants (primarily aerosols) (in PSC 9150); and (8) Any other manufactured end products that may contain or be manufactured with ozone-depleting substances. (b) 52.223-12, Maintenance, Service, Repair, or Disposal of Refrigeration Equipment and Air Conditioners, in solicitations and contracts that include the maintenance, service, repair, or disposal of-- (1) Refrigeration equipment, such as refrigerators, chillers, or freezers; or (2) Air conditioners, including air conditioning systems in motor vehicles. (c) 52.223-XX, Aerosols, in solicitations and contracts-- (1) For products that may contain high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons as a propellant, or as a solvent; or (2) That involve maintenance or repair of electronic or mechanical devices. (d) 52.223-YY, Foams, in solicitations and contracts for-- (1) Products that may contain high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons or refrigerant blends containing hydrofluorocarbons as a foam blowing agent, such as building foam insulation or appliance foam insulation; or (2) Construction of buildings or facilities. PART 25--FOREIGN ACQUISITION 25.1101 [Amended] 0 8. Amend section 25.1101 by removing from paragraph (f) ``, as defined in the provision at 52.225-18''. PART 52--SOLICITATION PROVISIONS AND CONTRACT CLAUSES 0 9. Amend section 52.212-5 by-- 0 a. Revising the date of the clause; 0 b. Redesignating paragraphs (b)(35) through (b)(53) as paragraphs (b)(39) through (b)(57), respectively; and 0 c. Adding new paragraphs (b)(35) through (b)(38) to read as follows: 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders--Commercial Items. * * * * * Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders--Commercial Items (Date) * * * * * (b) * * * ___(35) 52.223-11, Ozone-Depleting Substances and High Global Warming Potential Hydrofluorocarbons (Date) (E.O. 13693). ___(36) 52.223-12, Maintenance, Service, Repair, or Disposal of Refrigeration Equipment and Air Conditioners (Date) (E.O. 13693). ___(37) 52.223-XX, Aerosols (Date) (E.O. 13693). ___(38) 52.223-YY, Foams (Date) (E.O. 13693). * * * * * 0 10. Amend section 52.213-4 by-- 0 a. Revising the date of the clause; and 0 b. Redesignating paragraphs (b)(1)(ix) through (b)(1)(xvi) as paragraphs (b)(1)(xiii) through (b)(1)(xx), respectively; and 0 c. Adding new paragraphs (b)(1)(ix) through (b)(1)(xii) to read as follows: 52.213-4 Terms and Conditions-Simplified Acquisitions (Other Than Commercial Items). * * * * * Terms and Conditions--Simplified Acquisitions (Other Than Commercial Items) (Date) * * * * * (b) * * * (1) * * * (ix) 52.223-11, Ozone-Depleting Substances and High Global Warming Potential Hydrofluorocarbons (Date) (E.O. 13693) (applies to contracts for products as prescribed at FAR 23.804(a)). (x) 52.223-12, Maintenance, Service, Repair, or Disposal of Refrigeration Equipment and Air Conditioners (Date) (E.O. 13693) (Applies to maintenance, service, repair, or disposal of refrigeration equipment and air conditioners). (xi) 52.223-XX, Aerosols (Date) (E.O. 13693) (Applies to products that may contain high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons as a propellant or as a solvent; or maintenance or repair of electronic or mechanical devices). (xii) 52.223-YY, Foams (Date) (E.O. 13693) (Applies to products that may contain high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons or refrigerant blends containing hydrofluorocarbons as a foam blowing agent; or construction of buildings or facilities. * * * * * 0 11. Revise section 52.223-11 to read as follow: 52.223-11 Ozone-Depleting Substances and High Global Warming Potential Hydrofluorocarbons. As prescribed in 23.804(a), insert the following clause: Ozone-Depleting Substances and High Global Warming Potential Hydrofluorocarbons (Date) (a) Definitions. [[Page 26887]] As used in this clause-- Global warming potential means a measure of the total energy that a gas absorbs over a particular period of time (usually 100 years), compared to carbon dioxide. High global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons means any hydrofluorocarbons for which EPA's Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) program (40 CFR Part 82 Subpart G) identifies acceptable lower global warming potential alternatives with supplemental tables of alternatives available at (http://www.epa.gov/ozone/snap/). Hydrofluorocarbons means compounds that only contain hydrogen, fluorine, and carbon. Ozone-depleting substance means any substance the Environmental Protection Agency designates in 40 CFR part 82 as-- (1) Class I, including, but not limited to, chlorofluorocarbons, halons, carbon tetrachloride, and methyl chloroform; or (2) Class II, including, but not limited to, hydrochlorofluorocarbons. (b) The Contractor shall label products which contain or are manufactured with ozone-depleting substances in the manner and to the extent required by 42 U.S.C. 7671j (b), (c), (d), and (e) and 40 CFR part 82, subpart E, as follows: Warning Contains (or manufactured with, if applicable) *_____, a substance(s) which harm(s) public health and environment by destroying ozone in the upper atmosphere. * The Contractor shall insert the name of the substance(s). (c) Reporting. For equipment and appliances that normally each contain 50 or more pounds of hydrofluorocarbons or refrigerant blends containing hydrofluorocarbons, the Contractor shall-- (1) Track on an annual basis, between October 1 and September 30, the amount in pounds of hydrofluorocarbons or refrigerant blends containing hydrofluorocarbons contained in the equipment and appliances delivered to the Government under this contract by-- (i) Type of hydrofluorocarbon (e.g., HFC-134a, HFC-125, R-410A, R-404A, etc.); (ii) Product or service code; (iii) Equipment/appliance; (iv) Contract number; (v) Agency; and (vi) Delivery location of equipment/appliance. (2) Report that information to www.sam.gov-- (i) Annually by October 31 during each year during contract performance; and (ii) At the end of contract performance. (d) Refer to EPA's Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) program (available at http://www.epa.gov/ozone/snap) to identify acceptable alternatives to ozone-depleting substances and high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons. (End of clause) 0 12. Revise section 52.223-12 to read as follows: 52.223-12 Maintenance, Service, Repair, or Disposal of Refrigeration Equipment and Air Conditioners. As prescribed in 23.804(b), insert the following clause: Maintenance, Service, Repair, or Disposal of Refrigeration Equipment and Air Conditioners (Date) (a) Definitions. As used in this clause-- Global warming potential means a measure of the total energy that a gas absorbs over a particular period of time (usually 100 years), compared to carbon dioxide. High global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons means any hydrofluorocarbons for which EPA's Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) program (40 CFR Part 82 Subpart G) identifies acceptable lower global warming potential alternatives with supplemental tables of alternatives available at (http://www.epa.gov/ozone/snap/). Hydrofluorocarbons means compounds that contain only hydrogen, fluorine, and carbon. (b) The Contractor shall comply with the applicable requirements of Sections 608 and 609 of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7671g and 7671h) as each or both apply to this contract. (c) Unless otherwise specified in the contract, the Contractor shall reduce the use, release, or emissions of high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons under this contract by-- (1) Transitioning over time from high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons to acceptable alternatives; (2) Preventing and repairing refrigerant leaks through service and maintenance during contract performance; and (3) Implementing recovery, recycling, and responsible disposal programs that avoid release or emissions during equipment service and as the equipment reaches the end of its useful life. (d) The Contractor shall-- (1) Track on an annual basis, between October 1 and September 30, by type of hydrofluorocarbon (e.g., HFC-134a, HFC-125, R-410A, R-404A, etc.), equipment/appliance, contract number, agency, and location of equipment/appliance, the amount in pounds of hydrofluorocarbons or refrigerant blends containing hydrofluorocarbons added or taken out of equipment or appliances under this contract that-- (i) Normally each contain 50 or more pounds of hydrofluorocarbons or refrigerant blends containing hydrofluorocarbons; and (ii) Will be maintained, serviced, repaired, or disposed under this contract; and (2) Report that information to www.sam.gov-- (i) No later than October 31 of each year during contract performance; and (ii) At the end of contract performance. (e) The Contractor shall refer to EPA's Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) program (available at http://www.epa.gov/ozone/snap) to identify acceptable alternatives to ozone-depleting substances and high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons that consider the overall risks to human health and the environment. (End of clause) 0 13. Add section 52.223-XX to read as follows: 52.223-XX Aerosols. As prescribed in 23.804(c), insert the following clause: Aerosols (Date) (a) Definitions. As used in this clause-- Global warming potential means a measure of the total energy that a gas absorbs over a particular period of time (usually 100 years), compared to carbon dioxide. High global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons means any hydrofluorocarbons for which EPA's Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) program (40 CFR Part 82 Subpart G) identifies acceptable lower global warming potential alternatives with supplemental tables of alternatives (available at http://www.epa.gov/ozone/snap/). Hydrofluorocarbons means compounds that contain only hydrogen, fluorine, and carbon. (b) Unless otherwise specified in the contract, the Contractor shall reduce its use, release, or emissions of high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons from aerosol propellants or solvents under this contract, by furnishing products and equipment or performing services using acceptable alternatives, when feasible. (c) The Contractor shall refer to EPA's Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) program (available at http://www.epa.gov/ozone/snap) to identify acceptable alternatives to ozone-depleting substances and high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons that consider the overall risks to human health and the environment. (End of clause) 0 14. Add section 52.223-YY to read as follows: 52.223-YY Foams. As prescribed in 23.804(d), insert the following clause: Foams (Date) (a) Definitions. As used in this clause-- Global warming potential means a measure of the total energy that a gas absorbs over a particular period of time (usually 100 years), compared to carbon dioxide. High global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons means any hydrofluorocarbons for which EPA's Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) program (40 CFR Part 82 Subpart G) identifies acceptable lower global warming potential alternatives with supplemental tables of alternatives available at (http://www.epa.gov/ozone/snap/). Hydrofluorocarbons means compounds that contain only hydrogen, fluorine, and carbon. (b) Unless otherwise specified in the contract, the Contractor shall reduce its use, release, and emissions of high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons and refrigerant blends containing hydrofluorocarbons from foam blowing agents, under this contract, by furnishing [[Page 26888]] products and equipment or construction using acceptable alternatives, when feasible. (c) The Contractor shall refer to EPA's Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) program (available at http://www.epa.gov/ozone/snap) to identify acceptable alternatives to ozone-depleting substances and high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons. (End of clause) [FR Doc. 2015-11231 Filed 5-8-15; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6820-EP-P
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20405. approving climate-friendly chemicals
GENERAL SERVICES Instructions: Please submit comments while prohibiting certain uses of the
ADMINISTRATION only and cite FAR Case 2014–026, in all most climate-harmful chemical
correspondence related to this case. All alternatives. In addition, the CAP noted
NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND comments received will be posted ‘‘the President has directed his
SPACE ADMINISTRATION without change to http:// Administration to purchase cleaner
www.regulations.gov, including any alternatives to HFCs whenever feasible
48 CFR Parts 1, 2, 7, 11, 23, 25, and 52 personal and/or business confidential and transition over time to equipment
information provided. that uses safer and more sustainable
[FAR Case 2014–026; Docket No. 2014– alternatives’’. There are lower GWP
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr.
0026; Sequence No. 1]
Charles Gray, Procurement Analyst, at alternatives available now for certain
RIN 9000–AM87 703–795–6328, for clarification of applications, and likely more will
content. For information pertaining to become available within the next 5
Federal Acquisition Regulation; High status or publication schedules, contact years to replace the higher GWP HFCs
Global Warming Potential the Regulatory Secretariat at 202–501– that contribute to climate change.
Hydrofluorocarbons 4755. Please cite FAR Case 2014–026. Agencies are already reporting
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: emissions of greenhouse gases,
AGENCY: Department of Defense (DoD), including HFCs, as formerly required by
General Services Administration (GSA), I. Background E.O. 13514. In order to understand and
and National Aeronautics and Space track the Government’s progress to
Administration (NASA). DoD, GSA, and NASA are proposing
to revise the FAR to implement reduce HFC emissions, improved
ACTION: Proposed rule. Executive branch policy in the reporting of current HFC usage is
President’s Climate Action Plan to necessary to baseline efforts.
SUMMARY: DoD, GSA, and NASA are
proposing to amend the Federal procure, when feasible, alternatives to II. Discussion and Analysis
Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to high GWP HFCs and allow agencies to
better meet the greenhouse gas emission A. Policy and Procedures
implement Executive branch policy in
the President’s Climate Action Plan to reduction goals and reporting Accordingly, DoD, GSA, and NASA
procure, when feasible, alternatives to requirements formerly required by are proposing to amend FAR subpart
high global warming potential (GWP) Executive Order (E.O.) 13514, and now 23.8 to include—
hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs). This will required by E.O. 13693, Planning for (1) A policy statement at FAR 23.802
allow agencies to better meet the Federal Sustainability in the Next reflecting the Government’s
greenhouse gas emission reduction goals Decade. commitment to minimize the
and reporting requirements of the President Obama issued his Climate procurement and the potential use,
Executive Order (E.O.) 13693 of March Action Plan (CAP), dated June 2013, release, or emission of high GWP HFCs
25, 2015, Planning for Sustainability in that includes a broad set of steps that contribute to climate change; and
the Next Decade. E.O. 13693 subsumes designed to slow the effects of climate (2) Procedures at FAR 23.803 that
both E.O. 13423 of January 24, 2007, change, see http://www.whitehouse.gov/ address substitution of lower GWP
Strengthening Federal Environmental, sites/default/files/image/ alternatives where feasible, and
Energy, and Transportation president27sclimateactionplan.pdf. referring to EPA’s SNAP program to
Management as well as E.O. 13514 of Among the many actions called for, the identify acceptable alternatives.
October 5, 2009, Federal Leadership in CAP outlined a set of measures to
address HFCs, potent greenhouse gases B. Clauses
Environmental, Energy, and Economic
Performance. primarily used in refrigeration and air The proposed rule includes contract
conditioning, see section IV. The CAP clauses, prescribed at FAR 23.804,
DATES: Interested parties should submit states that ‘‘emissions of HFCs are that—
written comments to the Regulatory expected to nearly triple by 2030, and • Give direction to contractors to take
Secretariat at one of the addresses double from current levels of 1.5 steps in furtherance of this policy
shown below on or before July 10, 2015 percent of greenhouse gas emissions to (including, when feasible, reducing the
to be considered in the formation of the 3 percent by 2020’’. For example, the amount of HFC emissions and
final rule. atmospheric concentration of HFC– substituting lower GWP alternatives as
ADDRESSES: Submit comments in 134a, the most abundant HFC, has part of the normal equipment
response to FAR Case 2014–026 by any increased by about 10 percent per year maintenance and replacement process);
of the following methods: from 2006 to 2012, and the and
• Regulations.gov: http:// concentrations of HFC–143a and HFC– • Require limited contractor reporting
www.regulations.gov. Submit comments 125 have risen over 13 percent and 16 (i.e., the amount in pounds of HFCs or
via the Federal eRulemaking portal by percent per year from 2007–2011, refrigerant blends containing HFCs in
searching for ‘‘FAR Case 2014–026’’. respectively. the equipment and appliances delivered
Select the link ‘‘Comment Now’’ that In order to address high GWP HFCs, to the Government and the amount in
corresponds with ‘‘FAR Case 2014– the President directed Federal agencies pounds of HFCs or refrigerant blends
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026.’’ Follow the instructions provided to lead through both international containing HFCs added or taken out of
at the ‘‘Comment Now’’ screen. Please diplomacy and domestic action. In equipment or appliances during
include your name, company name (if particular, he directed the U.S. maintenance, service, repair, or
any), and ‘‘FAR Case 2014–026’’ on your Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) disposal, which contractors may track as
attached document. to use its authority through the part of billing the Government), so that
• Mail: General Services Significant New Alternatives Policy the Government can track progress and
Administration, Regulatory Secretariat (SNAP) Program to encourage private impact of products (equipment and
(MVCB), ATTN: Ms. Flowers, 1800 F sector investment in low-emissions appliances) procured and delivered
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Secretariat (MVCB), ATTN: Hada Hydrofluorocarbons means the use, release, or emission of high
Flowers, 1800 F Street NW., 2nd Floor, compounds that contain only hydrogen, global warming potential
Washington, DC 20405–0001. Please cite fluorine, and carbon. hydrofluorocarbons (subpart 23.8).
OMB Control Number 9000–0191, High * * * * * * * * * *
Global Warming Potential Manufactured end product means any
Hydrofluorocarbons, in all end product in product and service PART 23—APPLICATION OF LABOR
correspondence. codes (PSC) 1000–9999, except— LAWS TO GOVERNMENT
List of Subjects in 48 CFR Parts 1, 2, 7, (1) PSC 5510, Lumber and Related ■ 6. Amend section 23.000 by revising
11, 23, 25, and 52 Basic Wood Materials; paragraph (d) to read as follows:
(2) Product or service group (PSG) 87,
Government procurement. Agricultural Supplies; 23.000 Scope.
Dated: May 5, 2015. (3) PSG 88, Live Animals; * * * * *
William Clark, (4) PSG 89, Subsistence; (d) Acquiring energy-efficient and
Director, Office of Government-wide (5) PSC 9410, Crude Grades of Plant water-efficient products and services,
Acquisition Policy, Office of Acquisition Materials; environmentally preferable (including
Policy, Office of Government-wide Policy. (6) PSC 9430, Miscellaneous Crude EPEAT®-registered, and non-toxic and
Therefore, DoD, GSA, and NASA Animal Products, Inedible; less toxic) products, products
propose amending 48 CFR parts 1, 2, 7, (7) PSC 9440, Miscellaneous Crude containing recovered materials,
11, 23, 25, and 52 as set forth below: Agricultural and Forestry Products; biobased products, non-ozone-depleting
■ 1. The authority citation for 48 CFR (8) PSC 9610, Ores; products, and products and services that
parts 1, 2, 7, 11, 23, 25, and 52 (9) PSC 9620, Minerals, Natural and minimize or eliminate, when feasible,
continues to read as follows: Synthetic; and the use, release, or emission of high
(10) PSC 9630, Additive Metal global warming potential
Authority: 40 U.S.C. 121(c); 10 U.S.C.
chapter 137; and 51 U.S.C. 20113.
Materials. hydrofluorocarbons;
* * * * * * * * * *
PART 1—FEDERAL ACQUISITION Products has the same meaning as ■ 7. Revise subpart 23.8 to read as
REGULATIONS SYSTEM supplies. follows:
1.106 [Amended] * * * * * Subpart 23.8—Ozone-Depleting Substances
■ 2. Amend section 1.106 in the table and Hydrofluorocarbons
PART 7—ACQUISITION PLANNING
following the introductory text, by Sec.
adding in numerical sequence, FAR ■ 4. Amend section 7.103 by revising 23.800 Scope of subpart.
segments ‘‘52.223–11’’ and ‘‘52.223–12’’ paragraph (p)(2) to read as follows: 23.801 Authorities.
23.802 Policy.
and their corresponding OMB Control
7.103 Agency-head responsibilities. 23.803 Procedures.
Number ‘‘9000–0191’’. 23.804 Contract clauses.
* * * * *
PART 2—DEFINITIONS OF WORDS (p) * * *
Subpart 23.8—Ozone-Depleting
AND TERMS (2) Comply with the policy in
Substances and Hydrofluorocarbons
11.002(d) regarding procurement of:
■ 3. Amend section 2.101, in paragraph Biobased products, products containing 23.800 Scope of subpart.
(b)(2) by adding, in alphabetical order, recovered materials, environmentally
the definitions ‘‘Global warming This subpart sets forth policies and
preferable products and services procedures for the acquisition of items
potential’’, ‘‘High global warming (including Electronic Product
potential hydrofluorocarbons’’, that—
Environmental Assessment Tool (a) Contain, use, or are manufactured
‘‘Hydrofluorocarbons’’, ‘‘Manufactured (EPEAT®)-registered electronic
end product’’, and ‘‘Products’’ to read as with ozone-depleting substances; or
products, nontoxic or low-toxic (b) Contain or use high global
follows: alternatives), ENERGY STAR® and warming potential hydrofluorocarbons.
2.101 Definitions. Federal Energy Management Program-
designated products, renewable energy, 23.801 Authorities.
* * * * *
(b) * * * water-efficient products, non-ozone- (a) Title VI of the Clean Air Act (42
(2) * * * depleting products, and products and U.S.C. 7671, et seq.).
Global warming potential means a services that minimize or eliminate, (b) Section 706 of Division D, title VII
measure of the total energy that a gas when feasible, the use, release, or of the Omnibus Appropriations Act,
absorbs over a particular period of time emission of high global warming 2009 (Pub. L. 111–8).
(usually 100 years), compared to carbon potential hydrofluorocarbons; (c) Executive Order 13693 of March
dioxide. * * * * * 25, 2015, Planning for Federal
Sustainability in the Next Decade.
* * * * * (d) Environmental Protection Agency
High global warming potential PART 11—DESCRIBING AGENCY
NEEDS (EPA) regulations, Protection of
hydrofluorocarbons means any
Stratospheric Ozone (40 CFR part 82).
hydrofluorocarbons for which EPA’s ■ 5. Amend section 11.002 by revising
Significant New Alternatives Policy
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paragraph (d)(1)(vi) to read as follows: 23.802 Policy.
(SNAP) program (40 CFR part 82 It is the policy of the Federal
Subpart G) identifies acceptable lower 11.002 Policy. Government that Federal agencies—
global warming potential alternatives * * * * * (a) Implement cost-effective programs
with supplemental tables of alternatives (d)(1) * * * to minimize the procurement of
available at (http://www.epa.gov/ozone/ (vi) Non-ozone-depleting substances; materials and substances that contribute
snap/). and products and services that to the depletion of stratospheric ozone
* * * * * minimize or eliminate, when feasible, and/or result in the use, release or
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emission of high global warming any other miscellaneous chemical Contract Terms and Conditions Required to
potential hydrofluorocarbons; and specialty that may contain ozone- Implement Statutes or Executive Orders—
(b) Give preference to the depleting substances or high global Commercial Items (Date)
procurement of acceptable alternative warming potential hydrofluorocarbons * * * * *
chemicals, products, and manufacturing (in PSC 6850); (b) * * *
processes that reduce overall risks to (6) Corrosion prevention compounds, lll(35) 52.223–11, Ozone-Depleting
foam sealants, aerosol mold release Substances and High Global Warming
human health and the environment by Potential Hydrofluorocarbons (Date) (E.O.
minimizing— agents, and any other preservative or 13693).
(1) The depletion of ozone in the sealing compound that may contain lll(36) 52.223–12, Maintenance,
upper atmosphere; and ozone-depleting substances or high Service, Repair, or Disposal of Refrigeration
(2) The potential use, release, or global warming potential Equipment and Air Conditioners (Date) (E.O.
emission of high global warming hydrofluorocarbons (in PSC 8030); 13693).
potential hydrofluorocarbons. (7) Fluorocarbon lubricants (primarily lll(37) 52.223–XX, Aerosols (Date)
aerosols) (in PSC 9150); and (E.O. 13693).
23.803 Procedures. (8) Any other manufactured end lll(38) 52.223–YY, Foams (Date) (E.O.
In preparing specifications and 13693).
products that may contain or be
purchase descriptions, and in the manufactured with ozone-depleting * * * * *
acquisition of products and services, substances. ■ 10. Amend section 52.213–4 by—
agencies shall— (b) 52.223–12, Maintenance, Service, ■ a. Revising the date of the clause; and
(a) Comply with the requirements of Repair, or Disposal of Refrigeration ■ b. Redesignating paragraphs (b)(1)(ix)
title VI of the Clean Air Act, section 706 Equipment and Air Conditioners, in through (b)(1)(xvi) as paragraphs
of division D, title VII of Pub. L. 111– solicitations and contracts that include (b)(1)(xiii) through (b)(1)(xx),
8, Executive Order 13693, and 40 CFR the maintenance, service, repair, or respectively; and
■ c. Adding new paragraphs (b)(1)(ix)
82.84(a)(2), (3), (4), and (5); disposal of—
(b) Substitute acceptable alternatives (1) Refrigeration equipment, such as through (b)(1)(xii) to read as follows:
to ozone-depleting substances, as refrigerators, chillers, or freezers; or 52.213–4 Terms and Conditions-Simplified
identified under 42 U.S.C. 7671k, to the (2) Air conditioners, including air Acquisitions (Other Than Commercial
maximum extent practicable, as conditioning systems in motor vehicles. Items).
provided in 40 CFR 82.84(a)(1), except (c) 52.223–XX, Aerosols, in * * * * *
in the case of Class I substances being solicitations and contracts—
(1) For products that may contain Terms and Conditions—Simplified
used for specified essential uses, as Acquisitions (Other Than Commercial Items)
identified under 40 CFR 82.4(n); high global warming potential
(Date)
(c) Specify, when feasible, that hydrofluorocarbons as a propellant, or
as a solvent; or * * * * *
contractors shall substitute acceptable (b) * * *
lower global warming potential (2) That involve maintenance or
(1) * * *
alternatives for high global warming repair of electronic or mechanical
(ix) 52.223–11, Ozone-Depleting
potential hydrofluorocarbons in devices. Substances and High Global Warming
products and services; and (d) 52.223–YY, Foams, in solicitations Potential Hydrofluorocarbons (Date) (E.O.
(d) Refer to EPA’s Significant New and contracts for— 13693) (applies to contracts for products as
Alternatives Policy (SNAP) program (1) Products that may contain high prescribed at FAR 23.804(a)).
(available at http://www.epa.gov/ozone/ global warming potential (x) 52.223–12, Maintenance, Service,
hydrofluorocarbons or refrigerant blends Repair, or Disposal of Refrigeration
snap) to identify acceptable alternatives Equipment and Air Conditioners (Date) (E.O.
to ozone-depleting substances and high containing hydrofluorocarbons as a
foam blowing agent, such as building 13693) (Applies to maintenance, service,
global warming potential repair, or disposal of refrigeration equipment
hydrofluorocarbons. foam insulation or appliance foam and air conditioners).
insulation; or (xi) 52.223–XX, Aerosols (Date) (E.O.
23.804 Contract clauses. (2) Construction of buildings or 13693) (Applies to products that may contain
Except for contracts that will be facilities. high global warming potential
performed outside the United States and hydrofluorocarbons as a propellant or as a
PART 25—FOREIGN ACQUISITION solvent; or maintenance or repair of
its outlying areas, insert the following
electronic or mechanical devices).
clauses: 25.1101 [Amended] (xii) 52.223–YY, Foams (Date) (E.O. 13693)
(a) 52.223–11, Ozone-Depleting ■ 8. Amend section 25.1101 by (Applies to products that may contain high
Substances and High Global Warming removing from paragraph (f) ‘‘, as global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons
Potential Hydrofluorocarbons, in defined in the provision at 52.225–18’’. or refrigerant blends containing
solicitations and contracts for— hydrofluorocarbons as a foam blowing agent;
(1) Refrigeration equipment (in PART 52—SOLICITATION PROVISIONS or construction of buildings or facilities.
product or service code (PSC) 4110); AND CONTRACT CLAUSES * * * * *
(2) Air conditioning equipment (PSC ■ 11. Revise section 52.223–11 to read
4120); ■ 9. Amend section 52.212–5 by—
as follow:
■ a. Revising the date of the clause;
(3) Clean agent fire suppression
■ b. Redesignating paragraphs (b)(35) 52.223–11 Ozone-Depleting Substances
systems/equipment (e.g., installed room
through (b)(53) as paragraphs (b)(39) and High Global Warming Potential
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flooding systems, portable fire
through (b)(57), respectively; and Hydrofluorocarbons.
extinguishers, aircraft/tactical vehicle ■ c. Adding new paragraphs (b)(35)
fire/explosion suppression systems) (in As prescribed in 23.804(a), insert the
through (b)(38) to read as follows: following clause:
PSC 4210);
(4) Bulk refrigerants and fire 52.212–5 Contract Terms and Conditions Ozone-Depleting Substances and High
suppressants (in PSC 6830); Required to Implement Statutes or Global Warming Potential
(5) Solvents, dusters, freezing Executive Orders—Commercial Items. Hydrofluorocarbons (Date)
compounds, mold release agents, and * * * * * (a) Definitions.
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products and equipment or construction ozone/snap) to identify acceptable (End of clause)
using acceptable alternatives, when feasible. alternatives to ozone-depleting substances [FR Doc. 2015–11231 Filed 5–8–15; 8:45 am]
(c) The Contractor shall refer to EPA’s and high global warming potential BILLING CODE 6820–EP–P
Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) hydrofluorocarbons.
program (available at http://www.epa.gov/
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