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Policy changes from this SAMM E-Change memo have been incorporated into the SAMM.
Memo contains additional guidance for specific old Chapter 11 Special Programs and Services not yet incorporated into Appendix 8.
DSCA 24-30 strikes “SPS.3. – Government Furnished Equipment and Materiel (GFE/GFM) Sales” below and moves it to Appendix 8 as ”Section 30 Sales.”
DEFENSE SECURITY COOPERATION AGENCY
2800 DEFENSE PENTAGON
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20301-2800
10/11/2024
MEMORANDUM FOR :
DEPUTY UNDER SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE FOR INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS
DEPUTY ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF THE ARMY FOR DEFENSE EXPORTS AND COOPERATION
DEPUTY ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF THE NAVY FOR INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS
DIRECTOR, DEFENSE CONTRACT MANAGEMENT AGENCY
DIRECTOR, DEFENSE INFORMATION SYSTEMS AGENCY
DIRECTOR, DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY
DIRECTOR, DEFENSE THREAT REDUCTION AGENCY
DIRECTOR, MISSILE DEFENSE AGENCY
DIRECTOR, NATIONAL GEOSPATIAL-INTELLIGENCE AGENCY
DIRECTOR, SECURITY COOPERATION ACCOUNTING DIRECTORATE, DEFENSE FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING SERVICE, INDIANAPOLIS OPERATIONS
DIRECTOR OF CYBERSECURITY DIRECTORATE AND DEPUTY NATIONAL MANAGER FOR NATIONAL SECURITY SYSTEMS, NATIONAL SECURITY AGENCY
SUBJECT :
Defense Security Cooperation Agency Policy Memorandum 24-04, Updates to Chapters 11, 15, and Issuance of Appendix 8. [SAMM E-Change 655]
Effective immediately, the Security Assistance Management Manual (SAMM) will update Chapters 11, "Security Assistance and Security Cooperation Programs" and Chapter 15, "Building Partner Capacity Case Development, Implementation, and Execution Process," per attached. Appendix 8, "Security Cooperation and Other Security Assistance Program Listing," will be initially issued. Various SAMM Chapters and Appendices that reference guidance within Chapters 11, Chapter 15 and Appendix 8 are updated for consistency. The policy in the attachment is incorporated into the DSCA Security Assistance Management Manual (SAMM) at https://samm.dsca.mil/.
Chapter 11 will contain an overview of security cooperation (SC) and security assistance (SA), explain the relationship between the two, and describe various authorities. Chapter 15 is updated to focus on the case process for Building Partner Capacity. The newly created Appendix 8 will provide an initial listing of 19 SC and SA programs and is designed to be easily searched and updated. Appendix 8 will contain the following sections for each program: Program Description, Specific Guidance and Restrictions, Key Stakeholders, Planning, Congressional Notification Requirements, Execution, Reporting, Authority/Appropriation and Code Listing if Applicable, and additional information, as required.
Attachment A also updates cross references to Chapter 11, Chapter 15, and Appendix 8 throughout the SAMM. Attachment B contains verbiage that was previously listed in Chapter 11 and should remain as current guidance for each special program or service until further notice. For specific questions for programs listed in Attachment B, reach out to DSCA Strategy, Plans, and Policy, Execution Policy and Analysis (SPP/EPA). The Warsaw Initiative Fund programs are now conducted under 10 U.S.C. § 332 and funded from the International Security Cooperation Program account, so guidance previously provided in Chapter 11 Section 10 is being rescinded. Guidance previously provided in Chapter 11 Section 10 for loans of defense articles is also being rescinded as the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment executes and administers these loans.
If you have any questions concerning this guidance or questions relating to the SAMM, please contact DSCA (Office of Strategy, Plans, and Policy, Execution Policy and Analysis Directorate (SPP/EPA)), dsca.ncr.spp.mbx.epa@mail.mil.
Michael F. Miller
Director
ATTACHMENT :
1. Attachment A: SAMM E-Change 655 - Updates to Chapters 11, 15, and Issuance of Appendix 8
2. Attachment B: Continued Existing Guidance for Special Programs and Services
Attachment A: SAMM E-Change 655 - Updates to Chapters 11, 15, Issuance of Appendix 8 and Update of Effected SAMM References.
- Chapters 11 "Security Assistance and Security Cooperation Programs" and 15 are replaced in their entirety. See Chapter 11 "Security Assistance and Security Cooperation Programs" and Chapter 15 "Building Partner Capacity Case Development, Implementation, and Execution Process" for revised content.
- Appendix 8 "Security Assistance and Security Cooperation Programs Listing" is issued. See Appendix 8 for content.
Update Section C1.1.2.1. per below:
Current Wording:
C1.1.2.1. Security Cooperation Programs. SC program authorizations and appropriations are provided to the Secretary of Defense primarily under the annual National Defense Authorization and Appropriations Act. By statute or Executive Order (EO), they are sometimes required to be exercised in coordination with the Secretary of State. These programs vary greatly in terms of the agency or DoD activity responsible and the manner in which they are planned for and funded. See SAMM Chapter 15 for more detailed information on individual programs.
Revised Wording:
C1.1.2.1. Security Cooperation Programs. SC program authorizations and appropriations are provided to the Secretary of Defense primarily under the annual National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and appropriations acts. By statute or Executive Order (EO), they are sometimes required to be exercised in coordination with the Secretary of State. These programs vary greatly in terms of the agency or DoD activity responsible and the manner in which they are planned for and funded. See Chapter 11 and Appendix 8 for more detailed information on individual programs.
Update Section C1.2.2. per below:
Current Wording:
C1.2.2. Legislative Authorities for Security Cooperation. Security cooperation (SC) authorizations and appropriations are provided primarily under annual DoD Appropriations Acts and Supplementals and a range of other Title 10 provisions. These authorities and programs are discussed in detail in SAMM Chapter 15.
Revised Wording:
C1.2.2. Legislative Authorities for Security Cooperation. Security cooperation (SC) authorizations and appropriations are provided primarily under annual DoD Appropriations Acts, Supplementals, and a range of other Title 10 provisions. These authorities and programs are discussed in detail in Chapter 11 and Appendix 8.
Update Section C2.1.7.1.3. per below:
Current Wording:
C2.1.7.1.3. Chapter 15 provides comprehensive information on planning, developing, and executing BPC programs.
Revised Wording:
C2.1.7.1.3. Chapter 15 and Appendix 8 provide comprehensive information on planning, developing, and executing BPC programs.
Update Section C4.2.1. per below:
Current Wording:
C4.2.1. Sales Determinations. When the eligibility criteria in Section C4.1. have been met, the Secretary of State determines whether there will be a sale to a country or international organization and the amount thereof, whether there will be a lease to a country or international organization, and whether there will be any other delivery or performance under any sale or lease. See Section C11.6. for information on leases and Chapter 15 for Building Partner Capacity (BPC) cases. Decisions to issue licenses or approve sales under the Arms Export Control Act (AECA) or to furnish military assistance under the Foreign Assistance Act (FAA) must take into account the extent to which such exports, sales, or assistance contribute to an arms race, increase the possibility of outbreak or escalation of conflict, or prejudice the development of bilateral or multilateral arms control arrangements (FAA, section 511 (22 U.S.C. Section 2321d); see also AECA, section 38(a)(2) (22 U.S.C. 2778), and 42(a) (22 U.S.C. 2791).
Revised Wording:
C4.2.1. Sales Determinations. When the eligibility criteria in Section C4.1. have been met, the Secretary of State determines whether there will be a sale to a partner or international organization and the amount thereof, whether there will be a lease to a partner or international organization, and whether there will be any other delivery or performance under any sale or lease. See Appendix 8, Lease of Defense Articles for information on leases and Chapter 15 for Building Partner Capacity (BPC) cases. Decisions to issue licenses or approve sales under the Arms Export Control Act (AECA) or to furnish military assistance under the Foreign Assistance Act (FAA) must take into account the extent to which such exports, sales, or assistance contribute to an arms race, increase the possibility of outbreak or escalation of conflict, or prejudice the development of bilateral or multilateral arms control arrangements (FAA, section 511 (22 U.S.C. 2321d); see also AECA, section 38(a)(2) (22 U.S.C. 2778), and 42(a) (22 U.S.C. 2791).
Update Section C4.3.13. per below:
Current Wording:
C4.3.13. U.S. industry may request defense articles and services from the DoD to support a DCS to a foreign country or international organization. Defense articles and/or services provided to U.S. industry must be accomplished pursuant to applicable statutory authority including AECA, section 30 (22 U.S.C. 2770), which authorizes the sale of defense articles or defense services to U.S. companies at not less than their estimated replacement cost (or actual cost in the case of services) for incorporation into end items to be sold by such company on a direct commercial basis to a friendly foreign country or international organization. Section C11.5. further clarifies authorized DoD support (articles or services) under this section. It is important that defense industry representatives identify early in the DCS planning process whether support from the DoD will be required. If DoD support is deemed necessary, meetings with DoD representatives should be arranged to discuss the level of support required and the method for funding the associated costs.
Revised Wording:
C4.3.13. U.S. industry may request defense articles and services from the DoD to support a DCS to a partner or international organization. Defense articles and/or services provided to U.S. industry must be accomplished pursuant to applicable statutory authority including AECA, section 30 (22 U.S.C. 2770), which authorizes the sale of defense articles or defense services to U.S. companies at not less than their estimated replacement cost (or actual cost in the case of services) for incorporation into end items to be sold by such company on a direct commercial basis to a friendly partner or international organization. Section C11.5. further clarifies authorized DoD support (articles or services) under this section. It is important that defense industry representatives identify early in the DCS planning process whether support from the DoD will be required. If DoD support is deemed necessary, meetings with DoD representatives should be arranged to discuss the level of support required and the method for funding the associated costs.
Update Section C4.4.10. per below:
Current Wording:
C4.4.10. Ship Transfers. Vessels 20 years old or more and no more than 3,000 tons (light load displacement) or less may be transferred after 30 continuous days of the date that the U.S. Navy (USN) notifies Congress of its intent to make the transfer. Naval vessels that are less than 20 years old or more than 3,000 tons may be transferred only after enactment of legislation authorizing the transfer. 10 U.S.C. 8677 prescribes these criteria and Congressional oversight provisions. See Section C11.3. for information on Excess Defense Articles (EDA) Congressional notification requirements.
Revised Wording:
C4.4.10. Ship Transfers. Vessels 20 years old or more and no more than 3,000 tons (light load displacement) or less may be transferred after 30 continuous days of the date that the U.S. Navy (USN) notifies Congress of its intent to make the transfer. Naval vessels that are less than 20 years old or more than 3,000 tons may be transferred only after enactment of legislation authorizing the transfer. 10 U.S.C. 8677 prescribes these criteria and Congressional oversight provisions. See Section EDA.5. for information on Excess Defense Articles (EDA) Congressional notification requirements.
Update Section C5.4.7.10.8. per below:
Current Wording:
C5.4.7.10.8. Known limitations in condition must be shown using codes in Figure C5.F5., or in unique case notes. The LOA should specify that the cost of any rehabilitation is not included in the "as-is" price. The purchasers are encouraged to perform Joint Visual Inspection (JVI) of the materiel before accepting it, in advance of receipt of the LOA if possible. JVI of materiel cannot occur prior to transfer approval from DSCA unless DSCA (IOPS) CPD and DSCA (SPP) has granted an exception. See Section C11.3.6., for more information on JVI.
Revised Wording:
C5.4.7.10.8. Known limitations in condition must be shown using codes in Figure C5.F5., or in unique case notes. The LOA should specify that the cost of any rehabilitation is not included in the "as-is" price. Purchasers are encouraged to perform Joint Visual Inspection (JVI) of the materiel before accepting it, in advance of receipt of the LOA if possible. JVI of materiel cannot occur prior to transfer approval from DSCA unless DSCA (IOPS) CPD and DSCA (SPP) has granted an exception. See Section EDA.2.4., for more information on JVI.
Update Section C6.3.3. per below:
Current Wording:
C6.3.3. Incentive Clauses. USG contracts may include incentive clauses for early performance. The case manager and contracting officer work together to make sure the contract and the Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) are consistent. A Technical Assistance Agreement (TAA) in support of a FMS LOA is not required during the period in which the FMS case and implementing USG FMS contracts and subcontracts are in effect if the LOA and the contract contain all of the information normally required by an export license; e.g. identification of exporter, specific service or information to be exported, intermediate consignees, end use, and end user. Under 22 CFR part 126.6, the LOA and the implementing contracts serve as the authorization for the transfers without a license, provided the transaction is fully documented. For services provided under a Building Partner Capacity (BPC) LOA in support of a BPC program, see Chapter 15.
Revised Wording:
C6.3.3. Incentive Clauses. USG contracts may include incentive clauses for early performance. The case manager and contracting officer work together to make sure the contract and the Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) are consistent. A Technical Assistance Agreement (TAA) in support of an FMS LOA is not required during the period in which the FMS case and implementing USG FMS contracts and subcontracts are in effect if the LOA and the contract contain all of the information normally required by an export license; e.g. identification of exporter, specific service or information to be exported, intermediate consignees, end use, and end user. Under 22 CFR part 126.6, the LOA and the implementing contracts serve as the authorization for the transfers without a license, provided the transaction is fully documented. For services provided under a Building Partner Capacity (BPC) LOA in support of a BPC program, see Chapter 15.
Update Section C6.3.4.1.2. per below:
Current Wording:
C6.3.4.1.2. This exception is not available for use with BPC programs, which are funded with U.S. appropriations. See Table C15.T4., line 11, for guidance to the BPC Requesting Authority on sole source procurement.
Revised Wording:
C6.3.4.1.2. This exception is not available for use with Building Partner Capacity (BPC) programs, which are funded with U.S. appropriations. See Figure C15.F2. and Section C15.2.16. for guidance to the BPC Requesting Authority on sole source procurement.
Update Section C6.4.10.8. per below:
Current Wording:
C6.4.10.8. Supply Discrepancy Report Financial Guidelines. AECA, section 21 (22 U.S.C. 2761) and AECA, section 22 (22 U.S.C. 2762) require that the USG recover full costs. This requirement applies to SDRs. When purchasers re-requisition items, the current price is paid even if the item was initially released at a lower price. Purchaser problems involving Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) and Government Furnished Materiel (GFM) obtained under AECA, section 30 (22 U.S.C. 2770) ( See Section C11.5.) should be addressed to the U.S. contractor possessing the GFE/GFM. FMS funding and FMS SDR processing do not apply to these sales. GFE/GFM items purchased under the auspices of an FMS case are processed under normal SDR guidelines.
Revised Wording:
C6.4.10.8. Supply Discrepancy Report Financial Guidelines. AECA, section 21 (22 U.S.C. 2761) and AECA, section 22 (22 U.S.C. 2762) require that the USG recover full costs. This requirement applies to SDRs. When purchasers re-requisition items, the current price is paid even if the item was initially released at a lower price. Purchaser problems involving Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) and Government Furnished Materiel (GFM) obtained under AECA, section 30 (22 U.S.C. 2770) (See Section C11.5.) should be addressed to the U.S. contractor possessing the GFE/GFM. FMS funding and FMS SDR processing do not apply to these sales. GFE/GFM items purchased under the auspices of an FMS case are processed under normal SDR guidelines.
Update Section C6.6.1.7. per below:
Current Wording:
C6.6.1.7. See Section C11.3.10. for information on restriction on the Excess Defense Articles (EDA) program when countries are under sanctions.
Revised Wording:
C6.6.1.7. See Section EDA.2.5.3. for information on restriction on the Excess Defense Articles (EDA) program when partners are under sanctions.
Update Section C7.9.1.2. per below:
Current Wording:
C7.9.1.2. Policy Requirements. DSCA, in support of the U.S. maritime industry, requires 100 percent of applicable cargoes to be carried by U.S. Flag vessels unless a Determination of Non-Availability (DNA) is granted by DSCA, in coordination with MARAD. These rules apply to materiel procured with grant funding provided under the Arms Export Control Act (AECA) and the Foreign Assistance Act (FAA) of 1961, as amended, including shipments of Excess Defense Articles and defense articles provided by loan or lease discussed in Chapter 11. Shipments of defense articles under specific Title 10 and Title 22 Building Partner Capacity authorities listed in Chapter 11. that utilize the BPC LOA process must be shipped through the Defense Transportation System (DTS) and comply with DoD policies. See Department of Defense (DoD) Directive 4500.09, "Transportation and Traffic Management," for further detail regarding the use of foreign-flag shipping and DoD policy.
Revised Wording:
C7.9.1.2. Policy Requirements. DSCA, in support of the U.S. maritime industry, requires 100 percent of applicable cargo to be carried by U.S. Flag vessels unless a Determination of Non-Availability (DNA) is granted by DSCA, in coordination with MARAD. These rules apply to materiel procured with grant funding provided under the Arms Export Control Act (AECA) and the Foreign Assistance Act (FAA) of 1961, as amended, including shipments of Excess Defense Articles and defense articles provided by loan or Lease discussed in Chapter 11. Shipments of defense articles under specific Title 10 and Title 22 Building Partner Capacity authorities listed in Appendix 8. that utilize the BPC LOA process must be shipped through the Defense Transportation System (DTS) and comply with DoD policies. See Department of Defense (DoD) Directive 4500.09, "Transportation and Traffic Management," for further detail regarding the use of foreign-flag shipping and DoD policy.
Update Section C9.7.2.9.1. per below:
Current Wording:
C9.7.2.9.1. Military Assistance Program Merger Funds. Prior to FY 1982, defense articles and services provided to allied governments or international organizations by grant aid were administered through the Military Assistance Program (MAP). In FY 1982, unused MAP funding was merged into the purchaser's FMS Trust Fund account. The funds are identified within the purchaser's account as MAP Merger and may only be used to finance FMS cases. There are still open FMS cases that cite these "MAP Merger" funds. See Section C11.HR.1. of this Manual for more information.
Revised Wording:
C9.7.2.9.1. Military Assistance Program Merger Funds. Prior to FY 1982, defense articles and services provided to allied governments or international organizations by grant aid were administered through the Military Assistance Program (MAP). In FY 1982, unused MAP funding was merged into the purchaser's FMS Trust Fund account. The funds are identified within the purchaser's account as MAP Merger and may only be used to finance FMS cases. There are still open FMS cases that cite these "MAP Merger" funds. See DSCA 24-04 Attachment B - SPS.4.T2. of this Manual for more information.
Update Table C9.T2b. introduction per below:
Current Wording:
The United States Government (USG) owns the Building Partner Capacity (BPC) program requirements and provides Title 10 (T10) appropriated funds to support the administration, planning, development, execution, and monitoring of these programs throughout the BPC case lifecycle. T10 BPC programs are listed in Table C15.T2. and can be identified via the Fund Source column as specified by 97 (DoD) or 21 (Army). The Afghanistan Security Forces Fund (ASFF) and Counter-Islamic State of Iraq and Levant Train and Equip Fund (CTEF) T10 BPC authorities and programs are excluded. This guidance applies to the following T10 BPC authorities and programs that use the BPC case process for execution and is subject to change pending the addition of new T10 BPC programs or cancellations in accordance with legislation:
- Title 10 U.S.C. Section 333
- Coalition Readiness Support Program (CRSP)
- Indo-Pacific Maritime Security Initiative (MSI)
- Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative (USAI)
The funding sources for the T10 BPC activities are categorized as follows:
- T10 BPC Program Support Costs. Military Departments (MILDEPS) and other Implementing Agencies (IAs) will provide annual estimates for these activities to DSCA (Office of Business Operations (OBO) Comptroller (CMP)) and DSCU, Strategic Workforce Programs in accordance with the T10 BPC annual cost collection guidance. Approved program support estimates are provided to the IAs via Funds Authorization Document (FAD) for further distribution.
- T10 BPC Case Costs. BPC program funds are used to directly support developing a Benefitting Country's (BC) capability and are included as direct costs to the BPC Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA); there is a unique case line for each cost category.
- Performing Activity T10 Costs. The Performing Activity's T10 appropriated funds are used to cover its own requirements and activities supporting T10 BPC programs. These activities are funded using other non-DSCA administered/budgeted funds, e.g., Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E), Operations and Maintenance (O&M), etc. The Performing Activity must review if they have other funding available to support these activities. If funds are not available, then the activities will not be funded, or a request must be submitted via the Department of Defense's Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process.
Revised Wording:
The USG owns the Building Partner Capacity (BPC) program requirements and provides Title 10 (T10) appropriated funds to support the administration, planning, development, execution, and monitoring of these programs throughout the BPC case lifecycle. T10 BPC programs are listed in Table AP8.T2. Security Assistance and Security Cooperation Programs Code Listing and can be identified via the Fund Source column as specified by 97 (DoD) or 21 (Army). The Afghanistan Security Forces Fund (ASFF) and Counter-Islamic State of Iraq and Levant Train and Equip Fund (CTEF) T10 BPC authorities and programs are excluded. This guidance applies to the following T10 BPC authorities and programs that use the BPC case process for execution and is subject to change pending the addition of new T10 BPC programs or cancellations in accordance with legislation:
- Title 10 U.S.C. Section 333
- Coalition Readiness Support Program (CRSP)
- Indo-Pacific Maritime Security Initiative (MSI)
- Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative (USAI)
The funding sources for the T10 BPC activities are categorized as follows:
- T10 BPC Program Support Costs. Military Departments (MILDEPS) and other Implementing Agencies (IAs) will provide annual estimates for these activities to DSCA (Office of Business Operations (OBO) Comptroller (CMP)) and DSCU, Strategic Workforce Programs in accordance with the T10 BPC annual cost collection guidance. Approved program support estimates are provided to the IAs via Funds Authorization Document (FAD) for further distribution.
- T10 BPC Case Costs. BPC program funds are used to directly support developing a Benefitting Partner's capability and are included as direct costs to the BPC Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA); there is a unique case line for each cost category.
- Performing Activity T10 Costs. The Performing Activity's T10 appropriated funds are used to cover its own requirements and activities supporting T10 BPC programs. These activities are funded using other non-DSCA administered/budgeted funds, e.g., Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E), Operations and Maintenance (O&M), etc. The Performing Activity must review if they have other funding available to support these activities. If funds are not available, then the activities will not be funded, or a request must be submitted via the Department of Defense's Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process.
Update Section C10.1.6. per below:
Current Wording:
C10.1.6. Eligible foreign governments or international organizations may also receive training through SC programs authorized in 10 U.S.C. and funded through DoD appropriations, such as the Regional Defense Fellowship Program (RDFP) or other Building Partner Capacity (BPC) programs. SC Programs are further defined in Section C1.1.2.1. See Chapter 15 for more detailed information on individual programs.
Revised Wording:
C10.1.6. Eligible foreign governments or international organizations may also receive training through SC programs authorized in 10 U.S.C. and funded through DoD appropriations, such as the Regional Defense Fellowship Program (RDFP) or other Building Partner Capacity (BPC) programs. SC Programs are further defined in Section C1.1.2.1. See Chapter 11 and Appendix 8 for more detailed information on individual programs.
Update Section C10.13.3. per below:
Current Wording:
C10.13.3. Travel and Living Allowance on Building Partner Capacity Cases. The IA will coordinate training proposals with the DSCA (Office of International Operations (IOPS)) and the Building Partner Capacity (BPC) Program Managers to ensure CONUS or OCONUS training is appropriate and executable before including such training in the BPC memorandum of requirement (MOR). The IA may include appropriate TLA charges on BPC cases in accordance with the authorized living allowance rates in Table C10.T12. Approval from DSCA (Defense Security Cooperation University, International Military Training and Education Division (DSCU/IMTE)) to include TLA charges on the BPC MOR is not required. Refer to Section C15.3.4., to ensure that projected training schedules comply with period of performance restrictions applicable to the BPC program.
Revised Wording:
C10.13.3. Travel and Living Allowance on Building Partner Capacity Cases. The IA will coordinate training proposals with the DSCA (Office of International Operations (IOPS)) and the Building Partner Capacity (BPC) Program Managers to ensure CONUS or OCONUS training is appropriate and executable before including such training in the BPC memorandum of requirement (MOR). The IA may include appropriate TLA charges on BPC cases in accordance with the authorized living allowance rates in Table C10.T12. Approval from DSCA (Defense Security Cooperation University, International Military Training and Education Division (DSCU/IMTE)) to include TLA charges on the BPC MOR is not required. Refer to Section C15.3.5., to ensure that projected training schedules comply with period of performance restrictions applicable to the BPC program.
Update Section C10.17.21. per below:
Current Wording:
C10.17.21. Global Peace Operation Initiative. The Global Peacekeeping Operation Initiative (GPOI) program promotes burden sharing and enhances national and regional capability to support Peacekeeping Operation (PKO) using core curriculum for PKO education and training and procurement of non-lethal defense-related training equipment. A Foreign Military Sales (FMS) case is used to purchase this type of training with the GPOI funding identified. See Chapter 15.
Revised Wording:
C10.17.21. Global Peace Operation Initiative. The Global Peacekeeping Operation Initiative (GPOI) program promotes burden sharing and enhances national and regional capability to support Peacekeeping Operation (PKO) using core curriculum for PKO education and training and procurement of non-lethal defense-related training equipment. A Foreign Military Sales (FMS) case is used to purchase this type of training with the GPOI funding identified. See Appendix 8 Program - Peacekeeping Operations..
Update Section C10.22.5.5.2. per below:
Current Wording:
C10.22.5.5.2. MTTs are programmed by the SCO for the fiscal year in which the team will be used. Teams are programmed on a man-week basis. An IMET funded MTT cannot be funded across fiscal years; therefore, personnel on MTT duty must terminate their TDY and return to home station before September 30 unless action has been taken to reprogram the team in the new fiscal year. Such reprogramming is subject to the 179-day restriction on MTTs, receipt of Continuing Resolution Authority (CRA) or other budget authority in the new fiscal year, and DSCA approval. Consider also that there are some authorities that allow funding across fiscal years. See Chapter 15.
Revised Wording:
C10.22.5.5.2. MTTs are programmed by the SCO for the fiscal year in which the team will be used. Teams are programmed on a man-week basis. An IMET funded MTT cannot be funded across fiscal years; therefore, personnel on MTT duty must terminate their TDY and return to home station before September 30 unless action has been taken to reprogram the team in the new fiscal year. Such reprogramming is subject to the 179-day restriction on MTTs, receipt of Continuing Resolution Authority (CRA) or other budget authority in the new fiscal year, and DSCA approval. Consider also that there are some authorities that allow funding across fiscal years as discussed in Appendix 8.
Update Table C10.T20. entry #2 per below:
Current Wording:
#
Security Cooperation Organization Functions in Support Of Security Cooperation and Education Training Teams (Not Inclusive)
2
Submit formal SCET team requests, using format provided in Table C11.T16., at annual SCETWG. Submit out-of-cycle SCET team requests to the appropriate MILDEP w/copies to other stakeholders.
Revised Wording:
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Security Cooperation Organization Functions in Support Of Security Cooperation and Education Training Teams (Not Inclusive)
2
Submit formal SCET team requests, using format provided in Section C10.22.1.6., at the annual SCETWG. Submit out-of-cycle SCET team requests to the appropriate MILDEP w/copies to other stakeholders.
Update Chapter 16 Introduction per below:
Current Wording:
Chapter 16, Case Reconciliation and Closure, comprises policy on case reconciliation and closure. The policy applies to both Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and Building Partner Capacity (BPC) cases. Unique closure requirements for BPC cases are provided in Section C15.6. Information contained in this chapter complements the DoD Financial Management Regulation (DoD FMR), DoD 7000.14-R. This chapter identifies all policies in order to facilitate actions and simplify efforts to research the associated business rules and processes provided in the Case Reconciliation and Closure Guide (RCG), which is at Appendix 7 of this Manual.
Revised Wording:
Chapter 16, Case Reconciliation and Closure, comprises policy on case reconciliation and closure. The policy applies to both Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and Building Partner Capacity (BPC) cases. Unique closure requirements for BPC cases are provided in Section C15.7. Information contained in this chapter complements the DoD Financial Management Regulation (DoD FMR), DoD 7000.14-R. This chapter identifies all policies in order to facilitate actions and simplify efforts to research the associated business rules and processes provided in the Case Reconciliation and Closure Guide (RCG), which is at Appendix 7 of this Manual.
Update Appendix 6 LOA note reference entries as follows:
Note Name
Old Reference
New Reference
Associated Lease
See Section C11.6.
See Appendix 8 Lease of Defense Articles
Authority for Sale - FAA, Section 607
See Section C11.4.
N/A
Building Partner Capacity (BPC) Materiel Transfer
See Section C15.5.4. and Section C15.5.5.
See Section C15.5.4. and Section C15.5.8.9.
Building Partner Capacity (BPC) Team Deployment
See Section C15.3.3. and Section C15.3.4.
Case Closure - BPC
See Table C15.T2.
See Table AP8.T2. Security Assistance and Security Cooperation Programs Code Listing
Coalition Readiness Support Program (CRSP) Equipment
See Section C15.1.4.2.
See Section CRSP.1.
End use - FAA, Section 607
See Section C11.4.
N/A
Excess Defense Articles (EDA) - Associated Services
See Section C11.3.
See Appendix 8 Excess Defense Articles
Excess Defense Articles (EDA) - Sales or Grant: Condition of Materiel
See Section C11.3.
See Appendix 8 Excess Defense Articles
Excess Defense Articles (EDA) - Sales or Grants
See Section C11.3.
See Appendix 8 Excess Defense Articles
Excess Defense Articles (EDA) - Storage Charges for Grant EDA
See Section C11.3.
See Appendix 8 Excess Defense Articles
Fund Source and Availability - DoD Funding - [Name of Program] FY[##]
Use with data from Table C15.T2.
See Table AP8.T2. Security Assistance and Security Cooperation Programs Code Listing
Fund Source and Availability - Non-DoD Funding - [Name of Program] FY[##]
Use with data from Table C15.T2.
See Table AP8.T2. Security Assistance and Security Cooperation Programs Code Listing
Funds Expiration, Purpose, Availability and Amount - DoD
See Table C15.T2.
See Table AP8.T2. Security Assistance and Security Cooperation Programs Code Listing
Funds Expiration, Purpose, Availability and Amount non-DoD
See Table C15.T2.
See Table AP8.T2. Security Assistance and Security Cooperation Programs Code Listing
Indirect Charges - Title 10 BPC - LOAs Implemented Prior to 14 Aug 2020
Use with data from Table C15.T2. as applicable.
See Table AP8.T2. Security Assistance and Security Cooperation Programs Code Listing
Justification and Approval (J&A) for Sole Source Procurement
See Table C15.T4. and Figure C15.F1.
See Section C15.2.16. and Figure C15.F2.
Military Assistance Program (MAP) Redistributed Property
See Table C11.HR.T2.
Night Vision Devices (NVDs) Physical Security and Accountability - BPC
See Chapter 8. and See Figure C15.F2.
See Chapter 8 and Figure C15.T1.
Nonrecurring Costs do not Apply - BPC
See Section C15.3.3.13.
Prior Year Funds Usage
Section C15.5.3.4.
Shipment Consolidation - BPC
See Section C15.3.3.11.1.
Transportation Charges not Included
See Section C15.3.3.11.2.
Update Appendix 6 note text entries as follows:
Note Name
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Building Partner Capacity (BPC) Materiel Transfer
- Shipment and Delivery:
- All shipments will be marked and labeled in accordance with DoD Standard Practice for Military Marking (MIL-STD 129).
- The U.S. Government agrees to provide transportation services for the items identified in this LOA to the agreed point of delivery in the Benefitting Country. The SCO (or U.S. Government representative) will confirm receipt of all materiel deliveries within 30 days in accordance with SAMM Section C15.5.4.6.
- Any shipment discrepancies or damage in transit will be reported by a U.S. Government representative through the existing DoD discrepancy reporting system (Transportation Discrepancy Report (TDR) according to procedures identified in Defense Transportation Regulation - Part II, Appendix E, Para G., Sec 2. If there is a deficiency or a problem with the delivery of materiel or services outside of transportation, IAs should refer to the relevant U.S. Government contract. If no contractual remedy is available, or liability does not reside with the contractor, the IAs shall contact the DSCA Program Manager to determine the way-forward. Discrepant articles will be returned to the U.S. Government's custody. Any claim, including a claim for shortage or nonperformance, received more than one year after delivery of the defense articles to the Benefitting Country (or after the end of the scheduled period of performance for services) will not be processed.
- The Supply Discrepancy Report (SDR) process is not applicable to Building Partner Capability (BPC) cases. The 12-month waiting period for closure of FMS cases to facilitate the submittal and resolution of SDRs does not apply to BPC cases.
- Title and Custody Transfer:
- The U.S. Government will retain title to and custody of the offered defense articles throughout transportation and delivery to the Benefitting Country, unless otherwise stated in this LOA.
- The U.S. Government representative will confirm delivery of materiel title and custody to an authorized Benefitting Country representative or agent by jointly signing a Transfer and Receipt document. The 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 DSCA Program Director and the IA."
- Shipment and Delivery:
- All shipments will be marked and labeled in accordance with DoD Standard Practice for Military Marking (MIL-STD 129).
- The U.S. Government agrees to provide transportation services for the items identified in this LOA to the agreed point of delivery in the Benefitting Partner. The SCO (or U.S. Government representative) will confirm receipt of all materiel deliveries within 30 days in accordance with Section C15.5.9.13.
- Any shipment discrepancies or damage in transit will be reported by a U.S. Government representative through the existing DoD discrepancy reporting system (Transportation Discrepancy Report (TDR) according to procedures identified in Defense Transportation Regulation - Part II, Appendix E, Para G., Sec 2. If there is a deficiency or a problem with the delivery of materiel or services outside of transportation, IAs should refer to the relevant U.S. Government contract. If no contractual remedy is available, or liability does not reside with the contractor, the IAs shall contact the DSCA Program Manager to determine the way-forward. Discrepant articles will be returned to the U.S. Government's custody. Any claim, including a claim for shortage or nonperformance, received more than one year after delivery of the defense articles to the Benefitting Partner (or after the end of the scheduled period of performance for services) will not be processed.
- The Supply Discrepancy Report (SDR) process is not applicable to Building Partner Capability (BPC) cases. The 12-month waiting period for closure of FMS cases to facilitate the submittal and resolution of SDRs does not apply to BPC cases.
- Title and Custody Transfer:
- The U.S. Government will retain title to and custody of the offered defense articles throughout transportation and delivery to the Benefitting Partner, unless otherwise stated in this LOA.
- The U.S. Government representative will confirm delivery of materiel title and custody to an authorized Benefitting Partner representative or agent by jointly signing a Transfer and Receipt document. The 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 DSCA Program Director and the IA."
Fund Source and Availability - Non-DoD Funding - [Name of Program] FY[##]
"Funds are provided in support of authority to [insert purpose as listed in Chapter 15, Table 2].
- The funds are subject to all the requirements and restrictions specified under Program Authority P.L. [XXX-XXX] and Appropriation Authority P.L. [XXX-XXX, FYXX].
- The funds carry the same time, purpose, and availability restrictions associated with the Interagency Agreement (IAA) / Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) ["(Basic)" -or- "(Amend #)"], using obligation number [insert obligation number].
- Funds are available for expenditure until funds cancel at midnight on September 30, [XXXX].
- This is the only source of funding for costs associated with this LOA and funds are limited to the total estimated cost of this LOA. Neither DSCA nor the IA have other funds legally available to them for this requirement for any costs that exceed the value of this LOA.
"Funds are provided in support of authority to [insert purpose as listed in Table AP8.T2. Security Assistance and Security Cooperation Programs Code Listing].
- The funds are subject to all the requirements and restrictions specified under Program Authority P.L. [XXX-XXX] and Appropriation Authority P.L. [XXX-XXX, FYXX].
- The funds carry the same time, purpose, and availability restrictions associated with the Interagency Agreement (IAA) / Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) ["(Basic)" -or- "(Amend #)"], using obligation number [insert obligation number].
- Funds are available for expenditure until funds cancel at midnight on September 30, [XXXX].
- This is the only source of funding for costs associated with this LOA and funds are limited to the total estimated cost of this LOA. Neither DSCA nor the IA have other funds legally available to them for this requirement for any costs that exceed the value of this LOA."
- Shipment and Delivery:
Update Case Reconciliation and Closure Guide (RCG) Section AP7.C4.18. per below:
Current Wording:
AP7.C4.18. Closure Of Leases. The authority for leases is contained in Section 61 of the Arms Export Control Act (AECA). Please refer to SAMM Section C11.10. for detailed lease program information. The administration of leases is delegated to the Implementing Agency (IA) logistically responsible for the defense articles being leased. It is necessary for each IA to ensure that leases under their cognizance are properly closed. A lease cannot be closed until the equipment is returned, all related costs are recovered under Foreign Military Sales (FMS) procedures (such as costs for restoration), and the lease rental payments are paid in full.
Revised Wording:
AP7.C4.18. Closure Of Leases. The authority for leases is contained in Section 61 of the Arms Export Control Act (AECA). Please refer to Appendix 8, Lease of Defense Articles for detailed lease program information. The administration of leases is delegated to the Implementing Agency (IA) logistically responsible for the defense articles being leased. It is necessary for each IA to ensure that leases under their cognizance are properly closed. A lease cannot be closed until the equipment is returned, all related costs are recovered under Foreign Military Sales (FMS) procedures (such as costs for restoration), and the lease rental payments are paid in full.
Update Case Reconciliation and Closure Guide (RCG) Section AP7.C4.19. per below:
Current Wording:
AP7.C4.19. Closure Of Zero Value Grant Excess Defense Articles (EDA) Cases. The authority for granting of Excess Defense Articles (EDA) is contained in Section 505 of the Foreign Assistance Act (FAA). Please refer to the SAMM Section C11.3. for detailed grant EDA program information. The management of EDA Grant cases is delegated to the appropriate IA. It is necessary for each Implementing Agency (IA) to ensure that Grant EDA cases under their cognizance are properly closed. Most IAs have the capability to certify zero value Grant EDA cases for closure using standard procedures. For those IAs whose management systems do not support the use of standard procedures, the following alternative closure process exists.
Revised Wording:
AP7.C4.19. Closure Of Zero Value Grant Excess Defense Articles (EDA) Cases. The authority for granting of Excess Defense Articles (EDA) is contained in Section 505 of the Foreign Assistance Act (FAA). Please refer to the Appendix 8, Excess Defense Articles for detailed grant EDA program information. The management of EDA Grant cases is delegated to the appropriate IA. It is necessary for each Implementing Agency (IA) to ensure that Grant EDA cases under their cognizance are properly closed. Most IAs have the capability to certify zero value Grant EDA cases for closure using standard procedures. For those IAs whose management systems do not support the use of standard procedures, the following alternative closure process exists.
Attachment B: Continued Existing Guidance for Special Programs and Services
The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA), Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), and U.S. Air Force (USAF) Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), dated August 6, 1996, [new 2011 version of MOU pending final approval/signature] provides four C-12 aircraft to DSCA for use in implementing Security Assistance programs. In consultation with the appropriate Geographical Combatant Command (CCMD), DSCA assigns the C-12s to overseas Security Cooperation Organizations (SCOs) on a priority basis. The CCMDs provide additional supplemental guidance to SCOs on C-12 program management with regard to the approval and funding of Security Cooperation (SC)/Department of Defense (DoD) missions.
SPS.1.1. C-12 Aircraft Missions.
SPS.1.1.1. Security Assistance (SA) C-12 Aircraft Missions. The primary mission of the DSCA dedicated C-12 aircraft is to support SCO SA program management as outlined in Foreign Assistance Act (FAA), section 515. Section C2.1., provides a representative list of SA program management functions. Included in this category are local in-partner territory training, evaluation, and maintenance flights. When scheduling missions, the SCO lead pilot will ensure that the flight directly supports an SA program management function. These missions are financed by SA Administrative (T-22) funds.
SPS.1.1.2. Non-Security Assistance C-12 Aircraft Missions. SC, DoD, and other missions, as directed by the CCMD, may be flown only when they do not impair SA missions, when they are reimbursed, and only when in compliance with the laws and regulations governing the use of DoD transportation assets. Examples include: disaster relief, CCMD exercises, visitors who are on non-SA management business, flights flown in support of the U.S. Embassy, Senior Defense Official/Defense Attaché (SDO/DATT) responsibilities, or flights flown in support of an FMS case which specifically includes a transportation line. C-12 flights that support Congressional or Congressional Staff Delegations (CODELs) are also included in this category. DSCA Form 78-001 (See Figure SPS.1.F1.) should be completed and submitted with a certified statement of actual flying time to DSCA (Business Operations Directorate/Comptroller) within five workdays after the airlift has been completed.
Figure SPS.1.F1. DSCA Form 78-001, Request for Revenue Traffic Airlift
DEFENSE SECURITY COOPERATION AGENCY
REQUEST FOR REVENUE TRAFFIC AIRLIFT
CERTIFICATION BY REQUESTING OFFICIAL: Pursuant to requirements of DoD 4515.13-R and DoDD 4500.9E, I certify that commercial transportation is neither available, nor readily obtainable, nor satisfactorily capable of meeting the requirements. I certify that the requesting office will accept liability for the reimbursement billing for airlift service provided in response to this request.
[Name and Title of Requesting Official]
For use by SDO/DATT:
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SPS.1.2. C-12 Aircraft Policies. The policies in Table SPS.1.T1. govern the use of the DSCA C-12 aircraft.
Table SPS.1.T1. DSCA C-12 Aircraft Policies
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1 | When SCOs share or jointly use C-12 aircraft, Security Assistance missions take precedence over any other SCO requirements. |
2 | All C-12 missions flown out of the SCO area of responsibility (AOR) require prior justification to/approval by the CCMD and DSCA (Business Operations Directorate/Comptroller). |
3 | The C-12 aircraft will be used only when such use is more economical than commercial aircraft or airline services are not available, readily obtainable, or for reasons which must be specified, incapable of satisfying the transportation requirements. The C-12 should not be used if travel requirements can be met with other safe, more cost effective modes of transportation, (e.g., rail or automobile). The SDO/DATT has the authority to make these decisions. |
4 | Passenger travel and reimbursement will be in accordance with DoD Directive 4515.13-P and DoD Directive 4500.9E, or by specific CCMD approval before flight, except in case of emergency. |
SPS.1.3. Flight Approval Authority for DSCA C-12 Aircraft. If the SDO/DATT will be a traveler on the proposed C-12 mission, or for all non-SA missions (SC, DoD, CCMD, CODEL, etc.), the SDO/DATT will coordinate with the CCMD and follow established CCMD approval procedures (to include ensuring that the required fund cite is obtained) prior to approving the flight. If the SDO/DATT will not be a traveler on the proposed C-12 aircraft mission, the SDO/DATT is the approval authority for flights within his or her partner territory or AOR in support of SA program management functions. The SDO/DATT retains responsibility for the proper use of the C-12 aircraft regardless of the agency using or funding its use. For DIA dedicated C-12 aircraft used jointly by the SCO, the SDO/DATT retains responsibility for proper C-12 aircraft uses for SCO missions.
SPS.1.4. Passenger Approval and Eligibility for DSCA C-12 Aircraft. Passenger eligibility for all DoD aircraft is set out in DoD 4515.13-P and Department of Defense Directive (DoDD) 4500.56, "DoD Policy on the Use of Government Aircraft and Air Travel." Normal categories of military travel are permitted to include temporary duty and space-available travel of military members and dependents, provided that such travel does not interfere with the primary SA mission. Special categories of passengers, such as CODELs, may be eligible for C-12 travel if approved by the appropriate authority as set out in DoD 4515.13-P. The SDO/DATT authorizes SA program management travel and makes the determination that non-SA travel does not interfere with the SA mission; he/she is the final authority for passenger movement, to include approval of space-available travel. In addition, the SDO/DATT has special authority as outlined in DoD 4515.13-P, Sections C9.4. and C10.9., for specified U.S. Embassy personnel, distinguished foreign nationals, key foreign military, and spouses of certain officials, under certain conditions as indicated in Table SPS.1.T2. DSCA dedicated C-12 missions may not be scheduled solely for rest and recuperation purposes.
Table SPS.1.T2. Passenger Eligibility for DSCA C-12 Aircraft
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Spouses of DoD personnel, other than authorized by DoD 4515.13-P must have Invitational Travel Orders (ITOs) | Due to unique funding of DSCA C-12 operations, these procedures may differ from other DoD aircraft transportation requirements. The spouse travel must clearly be in the national interest and there must be an unquestionable official requirement in which the spouse is to participate. |
Congressional Delegations (CODELs) | CODELs warrant special consideration. The Assistant Secretary of Defense for Legislative Affairs (ASD(LA)) has approval authority for non-sponsored, non-reimbursable flights in support of CODELs. In addition, sponsored, non-reimbursable CODEL flights outside of the United States must be submitted to the Secretary of Defense (DoD Directive 4515.12). In the process of determining the availability of DSCA dedicated C-12 aircraft to support a CODEL mission, DSCA verifies to ASD(LA) that the aircraft does not have a higher priority Security Assistance requirement. DSCA requests the appropriate CCMD obtain C-12 availability from the SDO/DATT. Once a decision has been made to use the DSCA dedicated C-12, the Military Department (MILDEP) that has been assigned by ASD(LA) to support the CODEL should immediately provide the SDO/DATT, the CCMD, and DSCA (Business Operations Directorate/Comptroller) with a fund cite to support the mission, as well as a list of names of official members of the CODEL, identified by the Chairman of the Committee which is sponsoring the CODEL, to ensure that all concerned clearly understand who are the authorized passengers. Pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 2341-2350, and the rules promulgated thereunder, such as DoD Directive 4515.12, official members of CODELs may be authorized passengers on DSCA dedicated C-12 aircraft. On short notice requests, the SDO/DATT should contact DSCA (Business Operations Directorate/Comptroller) to resolve questions on CODEL travel. The SDO/DATT will keep the CCMD and DSCA (Business Operations Directorate/Comptroller) informed on all matters related to CODEL C-12 travel. |
SPS.1.5. Reimbursement for C-12 Aircraft Flights. The reimbursement requirement for passenger travel is addressed in DoD 4515.13-P. If the passenger is on official duty in support of SA program management functions, he or she is authorized travel and no reimbursement is required. Approval authority for space-available, non-reimbursable travel for designated individuals is granted to SDO/DATTs by DoD 4515.13-P. Embassy requests for permission to transport non-DoD individuals (outside the authority of DoD 4515.13-P shall be in accordance with DoS Foreign Affairs Manual, Volume 14, Section 551.5, to ensure proper inter-agency coordination. All other passengers must fall under the purview of DoD 4515.13-P as non-reimbursable, or they must reimburse DSCA for their travel. While some CODEL travel may be determined by DSCA and the respective CCMD to be in support of SA missions, there is no authority for the use of SA Administrative funds to support non-SA CODEL missions on DSCA dedicated C-12 aircraft. CODEL mission funding is the responsibility of the MILDEP tasked by ASD(LA) to support the CODEL. The cost for the CODEL mission is reported by the SCO via DSCA Form 78-001 (See Figure SPS.1.F1.) to DSCA (Business Operations Directorate/Comptroller) for reimbursement action. For reimbursable travel, there is no seat mile rate for DSCA dedicated C-12 aircraft; flying hour rates will be used. Questions should be directed to DSCA (Business Operations Directorate/Comptroller).
SPS.1.6. DSCA C-12 Aircraft Program Management Responsibilities. Table SPS.1.T3. shows the C-12 Aircraft program management responsibilities for the SCOs, the CCMDs, and DSCA (Business Operations Directorate/Comptroller).
Table SPS.1.T3. DSCA C-12 Aircraft Program Management Responsibilities
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SPS.2.1. Definition and Purpose. Whenever the President determines it to be consistent with, and in furtherance of, the purposes of Part I of the FAA and within the limitations of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961,section 607 of the FAA authorizes any agency of the USG to furnish services and commodities on an advance-of-funds or reimbursement basis to friendly partners, international organizations, the American National Red Cross, and voluntary nonprofit relief agencies/private voluntary organizations (PVOs) registered with and approved by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). For the purposes of the FAA, "services" include any service, repair, training of personnel, or technical or other assistance or information used for the purposes of furnishing nonmilitary assistance. "Commodities" includes any material, article, supply, goods, or equipment used for the purposes of furnishing nonmilitary assistance. The President's authority to make determinations under section 607 was delegated to the Secretary of State and to the Administrator of USAID for matters within their respective areas of responsibility in a memorandum dated February 16, 1995. A list of registered PVOs can be found at the following USAID website: https://pvo.usaid.gov/usaid/.
SPS.2.2. Requests for Sales. A Letter of Request (LOR) that details the services and/or commodities needed is submitted by a foreign government or international organization, as referenced in SPS.2.1, to the USG through the U.S. Embassy Security Cooperation Organization (SCO). The LOR should indicate the proposed method of financing and whether Price and Availability (P&A) data, a Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA), an LOA Amendment or LOA Modification is desired. Once endorsed by the U.S. Embassy SCO, a copy of the LOR should be forwarded to the appropriate Implementing Agency (IA) and DSCA alerting each organization of the request. The LOR is subsequently forwarded by the IA to USAID with a request for a determination from USAID, which is coordinated with the Department of State (DoS), on whether it approves or disapproves of the request. Once USAID has approved or disapproved the request, the determination is sent back to the IA for onward coordination and processing with DSCA. Prior to the development of an LOA, the IA furnishes P&A data to DSCA (Operations Directorate) for appropriate coordination with the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD).
SPS.2.3. Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA). The USG uses an LOA to track the sale of services and/or commodities (to include training, and design and construction services) under the authority of FAA, section 607. The LOA itemizes the services and/or commodities included in the LOR. Like other FMS LOAs, section 607 LOAs authority are signed by the partner and/or organization receiving the services and/or commodities.
SPS.2.3.1. LOA Preparation Timeframe. Section 607 LOAs are categorized as "Group D" and will be processed according to the guidelines provided in Section C5.3.2.
SPS.2.3.2. LOA Preparation. The IA develops a section 607 LOA in the Defense Security Assistance Management System (DSAMS) to allow execution of these programs through existing Security Assistance automation systems. Section 607 LOAs follow the same LOA preparation guidelines as FMS LOAs. See Section C5.4.5.
SPS.2.3.3. LOA Format. LOA format guidance provided for FMS LOAs in Figure C5.F6. applies to section 607 LOAs except as identified in SPS.2.T1.
Table SPS.2.T1. Unique Instructions for Preparing Section 607 LOAs
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1 | Case Identifier. For section 607 LOAs, the case identifier is composed of country code "S6" (FAA, section 607 Transactions - Payment in Advance), the Implementing Agency code of the DoD Component providing support, and a case designator assigned by DSCA (Office of Strategy, Plans, and Policy (SPP)). |
2 | Purchaser's Reference. The USAID Determination that covers the region or country being supported is entered in the "Based on" field. |
3 | Nickname Field. The country/organization receiving the support and the type of support (e.g., section 607 - [insert country/international organization]) is identified in the "nickname" field on the LOA. |
4 | Terms of Sale. The Term of Sale for all section 607 LOAs is "Cash with Acceptance." |
5 | Transportation. Transportation costs for section 607 LOAs are required to be included as actual costs above-the-line and must contain Delivery Term Code (DTC) "4". |
SPS.2.3.4. Pricing of LOAs.
SPS.2.3.4.1. Commodities. The price of commodities sold under this authority is the acquisition cost adjusted, as appropriate, for condition and age; or the Defense Working Capital Fund (DWCF) standard price.
SPS.2.3.4.2. Services and/or Training. The price of services and/or training sold under this authority is the amount of additional costs incurred by the DoD to provide such services. For DoD airlift services, the rate is that specified for Joint Chiefs of Staff exercises in the Catalog of USG and Non-USG Airlift Rates published annually by the US Transportation Command (TRANSCOM).
SPS.2.3.4.3. Surcharges and Accessorials. FMS surcharges (i.e. FMS Administration Fee and Contract Administrative Surcharge (CAS)) and accessorial rates apply (i.e. Transportation and Packing, Crating and Handling - PC&H). DoD FMS resources support this effort and are reimbursed through the normal FMS surcharges and accessorial accounts. Any request to deviate from the application of these surcharges and accessorials must be sent to DSCA (Business Operations Directorate) for approval.
SPS.2.3.4.4. Nonrecurring Cost (NC). NC does not apply to section 607 LOAs.
SPS.2.3.5. Additional LOA Information. Each section 607 LOA must include, as an attachment, a copy of a State Department or USAID determination authorizing the sale. The LOA Standard Terms and Conditions apply to section 607 LOAs as do all other mandatory notes. Notes regarding inclusion of charges on the document (e.g., Administrative Surcharge and CAS notes) apply to these LOAs as well. See Appendix 6 for exact wording of these notes.
SPS.2.3.6. DSCA Coordination and Countersignature of LOAs. All section 607 LOA documents require DSCA countersignature. See Section C5.4.13. The Implementing Agency posts the country acceptance milestone in DSAMS after purchaser signature.
SPS.2.3.7. Support to the United Nations (UN). Rather than signing the LOA, when the UN accepts a section 607 LOA it incorporates the documents into a UN Letter of Assist (UNLOA). UNLOAs are considered by the UN to be firm fixed-price contracting documents. They are submitted, with a copy to DSCA, to the IA for review of prices, delivery dates, and other data. After coordination with the IA and appropriate OSD and DoS activities, DSCA grants approval to IA to provide the commodities or services. Multiple UNLOAs should not be executed on a single LOA. However, multiple LOAs may be prepared to support a single UNLOA.
SPS.2.4. Management of Funds. Section 607 sales are cash in advance. Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) Indianapolis establishes a sub-account within the FMS Trust Fund for these transactions. If advance payments are deposited into this account, standard procedures, including direct citing of the FMS Trust Fund on the DoD contract, apply.
SPS.2.5. LOA Reporting. The DSCA 1200 system is used to record section 607 LOAs and is distinguished by the type of sales code of "S-FAA" from other FMS agreements. The Implementing Agency submits delivery reporting for these cases. Transportation costs for section 607 LOAs are reported as actual costs on above-the-line delivery reports. All delivery reports must contain Transportation Bill Code (TBC) "D." Government Bills of Lading cite the transportation line of the section 607 case and do not cite the FMS Trust Fund Transportation Clearing Account.
SPS.2.6. LOA Billing. For non-UN support, standard billing procedures are used for section 607 LOAs. For UN support, the following guidelines apply:
SPS.2.6.1. "S6" LOAs (Payment in Advance). The IA provides DFAS Indianapolis a monthly forecast using a payment schedule. DFAS Indianapolis prepares a special monthly bill on or about the 15th of each month. The bill shows the LOA and the UNLOA designators and forecasted payment amount for the current month. It is based on delivery reports received from the IA. Monthly delivery listings are also provided to the UN. DFAS Indianapolis coordinates the bill with DSCA and forwards it to the UN through the U.S. Mission to the United Nations (USUN).
SPS.2.6.2. "S5" LOAs (Reimbursable). As a matter of policy, "S5" or reimbursable section 607 cases are no longer executed by DSCA.
DSCA 24-30 strikes “SPS.3. – Government Furnished Equipment and Materiel (GFE/GFM) Sales” below and moves it to Appendix 8 as ”Section 30 Sales.”
Arms Export Control Act (AECA), Section 30 (22 U.S.C. 2770) authorizes the USG to sell defense articles and defense services to U.S. companies in support of direct commercial sales pursuant to an approved export license. Authority to approve such sales has been delegated to the Director, DSCA. When the sale has been approved, the Implementing Agency concludes and executes the sale contract with the purchasing company.
SPS.3.1. AECA, Section 30 Sales Eligibility Requirements. If an Implementing Agency receives such a request, it must determine whether the proposed sale meets all of the criteria in Table SPS.3.T1.
Table SPS.3.T1. AECA Section 30 Sales Eligibility Requirements
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SPS.3.1.1. AECA, Section 30 Sales from Stock. Unless approved by the Under Secretary of Defense for Policy (USD(P)) in coordination with the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment (USD(A&S)), sales are not authorized if they result in stocks dropping below the reorder point.
SPS.3.1.2. AECA, Section 30 Sales from Procurement. When procurement or manufacture in Government-owned facilities is required, the Implementing Agency determines if a sale shall be concluded. In determining production priorities, the Implementing Agency considers existing requirements and schedules manufacture, allocation, and delivery on a first-in first-out basis guided by DoD Manual 4140.1 and related assignments of Force Activity Designators (FADs) by the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. For questions of priority among competing U.S. or foreign requirements, refer to Section C6.4.6.
SPS.3.2. If the proposed sale is consistent with these requirements, the Implementing Agency provides the following information listed in Table SPS.3.T2. to DSCA (SPP/EPA).
Table SPS.3.T2. AECA Section 30 Sale Approval Request Details
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Note: DSCA (Office of Strategy, Plans, and Policy, Execution Policy and Analysis Directorate (SPP/EPA)) will staff the request with the Director, DSCA, and inform the Implementing Agency of the decision. Once informed in writing that the Director, DSCA, has approved a proposed sale, the Implementing Agency's contracting activity will execute the sale agreement
SPS.3.3. AECA, Section 30 Sales Format. A unique sales agreement is used by the USG for the sale of defense articles and/or services to U.S. companies under the authority of AECA, section 30 (22 U.S.C. 2770) The sales agreement includes the information outlined in Table SPS.3.T3.
Table SPS.3.T3. AECA, Section 30 Sales Agreement Requirements
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SPS.3.3.1. Pricing of AECA, Section 30 Sales. Prices, accountability, and disposition of collections shall be in accordance with DoD 7000.14-R Volume 11a, Chapter 1. The Implementing Agency executing the Section 30 sale shall ensure it recovers its full cost of executing the sale, to include pricing elements as outlined in Volume 11a, Chapter 1, Addendum 1, "To Private Parties." FMS Administrative surcharge and accessorial rates are not applicable to Section 30 sales. Sales shall be in cash, with payment upon signature of the sales agreement by the USG and U.S. company representatives. Payment in U.S. dollars shall precede procurement, production action, delivery (in cases of stock sales), and/or performance of service. Funds obligated for a reimbursable procurement, internal production of articles, or provision of services may not exceed the cash received from an authorized purchaser. If there is an increase in the cost, the purchaser is required to make additional cash payments to fund the costs.
SPS.3.3.2. Planning Data. To allow planning and marketing, Implementing Agencies are authorized to provide cost and delivery data to authorized potential purchasers in advance of approval of a sales agreement. Such data must be identified as estimates that are not binding on the USG.
SPS.3.4. Records and Reporting. The Implementing Agency maintains a central record showing the purchaser, item being sold, source (stock, DoD production, or procurement), cost estimate or (if delivered) billed price, end item (if applicable), ultimate recipient (partner or international organization), and export license number and date or other DoS approval. Information from this record is provided to DSCA upon request.
SPS.4.1. Definition and Purpose. Prior to FY 1982, defense articles and services provided to allied Governments or international organizations by grant aid were administered through MAP. MAP procedures are different from those used for sales of defense articles and services. Since FY 1982, grant funds are part of the Foreign Military Financing (FMF) program and are not provided under MAP. There are still open FMS cases that use "MAP" or "MAP Merger" funds. The policy and/or procedures in this section apply to those cases. Table SPS.4.T1. lists the legal references for MAP.
Table SPS.4.T1. Military Assistance Program (MAP) Legislation Summary
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Restricts off shore procurement under FMS cases funded with merged MAP funds. | |
Authorizes the transfer of MAP funds to the FMS Trust Fund for merger with country trust fund deposits. Requires funds may be used only for payment on obligations of the recipient country for purchases from the USG under AECA, section 21 and section 22. | |
Places restrictions on recipients use. Executive Order No. 12163 delegates some responsibilities. | |
Requires net proceeds of sales received by a country in disposing of articles provided under this program to be paid to the USG. Authority to grant waivers of return of net proceeds for articles delivered prior to 1985 has been delegated to the Secretary of State. | |
Sanctions | |
Brooke Amendment | Limitations on assistance to countries in default |
SPS.4.2. What CAN Be Purchased Using MAP Funds? MAP funds are to be used solely for purchases from the USG made under the AECA. The funds are used to: finance portions of Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOAs) that specify MAP funding; liquidate arrearages of 90 days or more on purchaser DD Form 645 FMS Billing Statements only at the specific direction of Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) (Business Operations Directorate); or pay for amounts due on DD Form 645 FMS Billing Statements only at the specific direction of DSCA (Business Operations Directorate).
SPS.4.3. What CANNOT Be Purchased Using MAP Funds? MAP funds may not be used for funding direct commercial purchases, or financing interest or repayments of principal or guaranty fees with respect to Federal Financing Bank (FFB) loans.
SPS.4.4. MAP Financing. MAP funds must be obligated within the period of availability prescribed in the annual appropriations act or the Continuing Resolution Authority.
SPS.4.5. MAP Pricing. Chapter 9 provides detailed guidance on pricing LOAs. FAA, section 503(a) was amended to eliminate the cost of military pay and entitlements if the case is totally financed by MAP. Effective October 1, 1985, services provided under AECA, section 21, section 22, or section 29 are priced to exclude military pay and entitlements (including retired pay accrual) for those cases citing MAP funds as the exclusive method of funding on the LOA. This pricing applies when services are performed regardless of the date of the LOA. Any subsequent Amendment or Modification to reduce the MAP method of funding below 100 percent of the case value must be re-priced to add military pay and entitlements to the entire case. This guidance does not apply to FY 1981 and prior MAP programs, to those general costs funds programmed in FY 1982 and subsequent years which are intended for the close-out of those programs, or to emergency drawdowns authorized by FAA, section 506(a). FAA, section 506 special authority implementing procedures are provided in the Drawdown section of this chapter (Section SPS.4.4).
SPS.4.6. Title Transfer of MAP Items. Title transfer for items transferred under the FAA is the same as for items transferred under the AECA. See LOA Standard Terms and Conditions, Figure C5.F4. Reversionary title rights do not accrue to the United States on any defense article sold under FMS procedures even when merger funds have been used to finance the purchase in whole or in part. Accordingly, recipient countries are not required (as they may be under FY 1981 and prior year MAP as well as FAA, section 516 (or its predecessor sections)) to return the article to the United States when the article is no longer needed.
SPS.4.7. Third Party Transfers of MAP Items. The same restrictions on transfers to a third party apply as apply for defense articles and services sold under FMS. See Chapter 8 for more information.
SPS.4.8. Sanctions on MAP Recipients. See Chapter 6 for information on the impact of suspensions and sanctions on MAP recipients.
SPS.4.9. Use and Disposal of MAP Materiel. This section applies to materiel furnished under: the FAA of 1961, as amended, (including materiel furnished under MAP orders prior to FY 1982); FAA, section 506(a) emergency drawdown authority and similar grant DoD drawdown authorities; FAA, section 516; and sections 517, 518, or 519, which were repealed in 1996. It does not apply to materiel purchased as a result of transfer of MAP funds to the FMS trust fund.
SPS.4.9.1. End Use of MAP-Provided Articles and/or Services. MAP recipients must use articles and/or services provided under this program only for the purposes for which they were furnished as identified in FAA, section 502; agree to return the materiel to the USG without charge when no longer needed for the purposes for which furnished; and agree not to transfer such materiel to anyone not an officer, employee, or agent of the recipient's Government. DSCA, the Combatant Command, or the Security Cooperation Organization (SCO) do NOT have the authority to consent on behalf of the President to waive these requirements. The authority to approve retransfer, change the end-use, or otherwise dispose of MAP items has been delegated to the DoS. Controlled use of components (cannibalization) is an authorized use for these items.
SPS.4.9.2. Definition of Disposal. Disposal constitutes a change in end-use altering disposition so the foreign holder is no longer responsible for the item. This can occur through demilitarization or, for items not requiring demilitarization, through fair wear and tear or other destruction and qualified technical inspection that verifies the item is unserviceable and non-repairable. It can also include transfer, with military capabilities retained, to other authorized recipients.
SPS.4.9.3. Proceeds from Disposal of MAP Items. FAA, section 505(f) requires net proceeds from MAP disposal to be paid to the USG. In the case of items that were delivered prior to 1985, the President may waive the requirement that such net proceeds be paid to the USG if he or she determines that to do so is in the national interest of the United States. This waiver authority has been delegated to the Secretary of State. FAA, section 505(f) applies to disposals of MAP origin defense articles by countries that were the recipients of grant aid materiel after July 1, 1974. An agreement under FAA, section 505(f) that constitutes a condition of eligibility for recipients of grant defense articles programmed in FY 1975 and subsequently, was concluded with those countries. A FAA, section 505(f) agreement is not legally required for countries where no grant defense articles were programmed after June 30, 1974. U.S. policy requires (unless contrary to an agreement in force on June 30, 1974) a recipient country commitment to return to USG the net proceeds of sale whenever country disposal of MAP property is requested. In accordance with FAA, section 605(d) (22 U.S.C. 2355(d)) these funds shall be credited to the respective appropriation, fund or account used to procure such defense articles or to the appropriation, fund, or account currently available for the same general purposes. Any net proceeds from disposal shall be reimbursed in U.S. dollars except where Government-to-Government arrangements, with the DoS representing the USG, specify otherwise. See Table C8.T6., for an explanation of the calculation of net proceeds.
SPS.4.10. MAP Accountability and Disposal Process. Chapter 5 and Chapter 6 provide information on LOAs and deliveries of articles and/or services to purchasers. Those procedures also apply to MAP articles and/or services. Table SPS.4.T2. summarizes the unique MAP accountability and disposal processes that occur after MAP items have been delivered.
Table SPS.4.T2. MAP Accountability and Disposal Processes
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1 | Establish Accountability Processes In-Country |
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2 | End-Use Monitoring |
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3 | Excess Determinations |
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4 | Determine Condition of Excess Items |
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5 | Preparation of Screening Reports | SCOs report excess MAP items to the managing Implementing Agency (with an information copy to the Combatant Command and DSCA (Programs Directorate). Items must meet the following criteria to be included on the report:
These screening reports should show:
Items not meeting the screening criteria above and those not redistributed as a result of MILDEP/defense agency screening should be disposed of through Department of Defense or DoS. |
6 | Implementing Agency Review of Screening |
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7 | Disposal Determination |
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8 | Request DoS Approval for Disposal or Third Party Transfer | Section C8.7. provides guidance on Third Party Transfer requirements. MAP recipients request Third Party Transfers from the DoS. The request shall include the following information:
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9 | DoS Review/Approval of Transfer Requests |
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10 | Disposal through DRMS or Other DoD Channels |
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11 | Disposal to a Third Party |
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12 | Net Proceeds Returned to USG |
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13 | Update MAP Records |
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