32 C.F.R. § 21.410 Must a DoD Component have statutory authority to make an assistance award?
Title 32 - National Defense
Yes, the use of an assistance instrument to carry out a program requires authorizing legislation. That is unlike the use of a procurement contract, for which Federal agencies have inherent, Constitutional authority.
Title 32: National Defense
PART 21—DoD GRANTS AND AGREEMENTS—GENERAL MATTERS
Subpart D—Authorities and Responsibilities for Making and Administering Assistance Awards
§ 21.410 Must a DoD Component have statutory authority to make an assistance award?
