Acquisition Letters (ALs) are issued under the authorities of the Senior Procurement Executives of DOE and NNSA. ALs are intended for use by procurement professionals of DOE and NNSA, primarily Contracting Officers, and other officials involved in the acquisition process. Only DOE and NNSA Contracting Officers make definitive interpretations of how ALs affect DOE and NNSA contracts and related procedures. ALs are effective upon issuance and until rescinded.

Meal Costs in Management and Operating Contracts

AL 2012-05 Rev.1

6/25/2019

What is the purpose of this AL/FAL?

The purpose of this AL/FAL is to provide additional application guidance on: understanding the standards for reimbursement of contractor meal costs; applying the standards in determining the allowability of contractor meal costs; and overseeing the Department’s and contractors’ internal controls applicable to reimbursement of contractor meal costs.

“**Read the entire policy in the attached file(s) below.”