Superseded
This policy memo has been superseded by the 2012 SAMM Rewrite.
This policy memo had been supplemented by DSCA 08-17.
DEFENSE SECURITY COOPERATION AGENCY | 1/7/2008 | |
MEMORANDUM FOR :
SEE DISTRIBUTION
SUBJECT :
Assignment of Code "B8" for Fiscal Year (FY) 2008 Section 1206 Programs, DSCA Policy 08-02 [SAMM E-Change 88]
REFERENCE :
- DSCA Memorandum, December 13, 2007, Subject: Guidance for Development of FY08 Section 1206 Programs
The referenced memorandum contains procedural guidance for documents pertaining to the FY 2008 section 1206 program. This policy memorandum augments the referenced guidance regarding preparation of FY 2008 section 1206 Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOAs). Effective immediately, SAMM Table C4.T2., Country and International Organization Codes and FMS Eligibility, is updated to add code "B8" to track funds provided for FY 2008 programs authorized by the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2007 (PL 109-364), section 1206. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency must authorize use of this code for Pseudo LOA documents. The following information applies:
Organization | FMS | Combatant | Regional | FMS/AECA | Term of Sale - | Accel. Case |
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National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2007 (PL 109-364), Section 1206 (FY 08 Programs) | B8 | NR | NR | No | No | N/A |
This change will be included in the automated version of the SAMM found on the DSCA Web Page as SAMM E-Change 88.
Procedures for FY 2008 Pseudo LOAs authorized and funded pursuant to section 1206 of PL 109-364 are the same as those followed for the FY 2007 section 1206 program. Attached are specific LOA notes and instructions for section 1206 Pseudo LOAs funded with appropriations available to the Department of Defense for obligation in FY 2008.
If you have any questions concerning the attached guidance for preparing section 1206 Pseudo LOAs, please contact Ms. Kathy Robinson, STR/POL, kathy.robinson@dsca.mil, (703) 601-4368. The overall point of contact for section 1206 programs is Mr. Robert Presler, PGM/MGT, robert.presler@dsca.mil, (703) 604-6648.
Freda J. Lodge
Principal Director
Strategy
ATTACHMENT :
As stated
DISTRIBUTION :
DEPUTY ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF THE ARMY
DEFENSE EXPORTS AND COOPERATION (DASA-DEC)
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
DEPUTY ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF THE NAVY
INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS (NAVIPO)
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY
DEPUTY UNDER SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE
INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS (SAF/IA)
DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE
DIRECTOR, DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY
DIRECTOR, NATIONAL GEOSPATIAL-INTELLIGENCE AGENCY
DIRECTOR, DEFENSE THREAT REDUCTION AGENCY
DIRECTOR, DEFENSE REUTILIZATION AND MARKETING SERVICE
DIRECTOR, DEFENSE CONTRACT MANAGEMENT AGENCY
DIRECTOR, DEFENSE INFORMATION SYSTEMS AGENCY
DIRECTOR, DEFENSE LOGISTICS INFORMATION SERVICE
DEPUTY DIRECTOR FOR INFORMATION ASSURANCE,
NATIONAL SECURITY AGENCY
DEPUTY DIRECTOR FOR SECURITY ASSISTANCE,
DEFENSE FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING SERVICE - INDIANAPOLIS OPERATIONS
CC :
STATE/PM-RSAT
USDP/ISP
DISAM
USASAC
SATFA TRADOC
NAVICP
NETSAFA
AFSAC
AFSAT
JFCOM
SOCOM
EUCOM
CENTCOM
NORTHCOM
PACOM
SOUTHCOM
Instructions for Preparing Section 1206 of PL 109-364
Pseudo Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOAs)
LOA preparation instructions and applicable notes for FY 2008 section 1206 Pseudo LOAs financed with FY 2008 Operation and Maintenance funds are listed below.
Instructions for Preparing Section 1206 of PL 109-364 Pseudo LOAs |
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1. Case Identifier. DSCA (Strategy Directorate) will assign a case identifier composed of country code (e.g., "B8"), Implementing Agency code of the DoD Component providing the support, and a case designator assigned by DSCA (Strategy Directorate). |
2. Nickname Field. The country/organization receiving the support and the Pseudo case authority and the text "(Non-FMS)" (e.g., Bandaria, PL 109-364, Sec 1206 (Non-FMS)) are identified in the "nickname" field on the Pseudo LOA. |
3. Purchaser's Reference Field. Include the following statement below in the Purchaser's Reference Field of the Customer Request: |
4. Term of Sale Field. The Term of Sale for section 1206 Pseudo LOAs is Cash with Acceptance. |
5. Authority Field. Insert "Public Law 109-364" (in DSAMS only) |
6. Authority Fiscal Year. Insert "2008" (in DSAMS only) |
7. Purchaser Signature Field (Customer Signatory Name on Distribution Tab of Case Detail). Insert the authority and the statement that no purchaser signature is required (e.g., section 1206, PL 109-364 (Non-FMS - No Purchaser Signature Required)). |
8. Purchaser Mailing Address. Insert "Department of Defense". |
9. MASL. Use valid existing MASLs for items being transferred or contact DSCA to approve new MASLs, if required. |
10. Delivery Term Code. For section 1206 of PL 109-364 Pseudo LOAs, use the Delivery Term Code (DTC) for Defense Transportation System that will provide shipment all the way into recipient country. This is generally accomplished through DTC 7, unless DTC 9 suffices. |
LOA Notes for Section 1206 of PL 109-364 Pseudo LOAs
Note Name | Note Usage | Note Text |
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Authority for Sale - Section 1206 of PL 109-364 Programs | Mandatory for all section 1206 of PL 109-364 Pseudo LOAs for FY 2008. | "This sale is made under the authority of section 1206 of PL 109-364. Any reference in this Letter of Offer and Acceptance to the United States Arms Export Control Act, to defense articles, and to defense services shall be construed instead to be a reference to section 1206 of PL 109-364. Any reference in this LOA to "purchaser" shall be construed as a reference to the Department of Defense." |
Case Closure - Section 1206 of PL 109-364 Programs | Mandatory for all section 1206 of PL 109-364 Pseudo LOAs for FY 2008. | "This case must be fully reconciled and closed by 30 September 2013." |
Funds, Purpose, Availability and Amount - Section 1206 of PL 109-364 Programs | Mandatory for all section 1206 of PL 109-364 Pseudo LOAs for FY 2008. | "The funds financing this Pseudo Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) are expiring funds and are subject to all the requirements and restrictions under the heading of section 1206 of PL 109-364. The funds provided are in support of authority to build the capacity of foreign military forces and carry the same time, purpose, and availability restrictions associated with the fund source 9780100, DoD Operation and Maintenance (O&M) or other funds that may be available for use in FY 2008.
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Title and Custody Transfer - Section 1206 of PL 109-364 Programs | Mandatory for all section 1206 of PL 109-364 Pseudo LOAs for FY 2008. | "The U.S. Government will retain title to and custody of the defense articles to be transferred under the authority of section 1206 of PL 109-364 (hereinafter "1206 program materiel") until delivery to the recipient country. A designated U.S. Government representative will confirm and document delivery of the 1206 program materiel to an authorized recipient country representative or agent. This U.S. Government representative will keep documentation showing when, where, and to whom delivery was made and will provide a copy of this documentation to the [insert U.S Army Security Assistance Command, Navy International Programs Office, or Secretary of the Air Force/International Affairs] ." |
Nonrecurring Costs - USG Appropriation | Mandatory for LOAs when an NC charge applies but the case is financed by a USG appropriation. | "Nonrecurring Costs (NC) apply to line item(s) [insert line item numbers] of this case. These charges are not included on this case because the case is financed with a USG appropriation." |