FAR Subpart 8.4

FAR Subpart 8.4 outlines policies for acquiring commercial products and services that meet government needs efficiently. It emphasizes using commercial items when possible, which are products or services already available in the marketplace. The subpart encourages streamlined procedures, promoting competition and reducing costs by leveraging existing commercial standards, data, and sources. Overall, it aims to simplify and expedite government purchasing processes while ensuring quality and value by relying on commercial market practices.