(FAR) 48 CFR, part 9, subpart 9.4 is supplemented as set out in the certification required in 1609.471 by converting the FAR "offeror's" certification at (FAR) 48 CFR 52.209-5 into a carrier's certification. This change reflects the FEHBP's statutory exemption from competitive bidding ( 5 U.S.C. 8902 ), which obviates the issuance of solicitations.
48 C.F.R. § 1609.470