§ 2909.105-1 - Obtaining information.

(a) In addition to the sources of information listed in FAR 9.105-1(c) to support determinations of responsibility or nonresponsibility, the contracting officer shall use, if available, performance evaluation reports on section 8(a) contractors (section 8(a) of the Small Business Act as amended (15 U.S.C. 637(a)) and construction and architect-engineer contractors (see 2936.201 and 2936.604).

(b) Contracting officers may obtain credit reports prior to the issuance of any loan, loan guarantee, contract or grant through the credit bureau service. The National Capital Service Center will award a contract for the credit bureau service for use by all DOL contracting activities until such services become available through an established GSA Federal Supply Schedule.