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Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: July 5, 2024) |
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Title 48 - Federal Acquisition Regulations System |
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Chapter 3 - Health and Human Services |
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SubChapter D - Socioeconomic Programs |
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Part 326 - Other Socioeconomic Programs |
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Subpart 326.6 - Acquisitions Under the Buy Indian Act |
§ 326.603-2 - Delegations and responsibility.
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326.603-2 Delegations and responsibility.
(a) The Director, IHS - exercises the authority of the Buy Indian Act pursuant to the Transfer Act of 1954, as delegated pursuant to 25 U.S.C. 1661. Under 25 U.S.C. 1661, the Director is authorized “to enter into contracts for the procurement of goods and services to carry out the functions of the IHS.” IHS exercises this authority in support of its mission and program activities and as a means of fostering Indian employment and economic development.
(b) The IHS HCA is responsible for ensuring that all IHS acquisitions under the Buy Indian Act comply with the requirements of this part.