Strategic Integrated Procurement Enterprise System (STRIPES) Mandatory Use Policy
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 ALs are effective upon issuance and until rescinded.
AL 2026-06
09/21/2026
What is the purpose of this AL?
The purpose of this AL/FAL/OTL is to provide guidance to DOE and NNSA HCAs, SCPs, COs/GOs/AOs, and SPOCs regarding the use of STRIPES for acquisition, financial assistance, and other transactions instruments. This policy is the basis for streamlining, improving oversight, and standardization.
This AL/FAL/OTL also provides information and guidance specific to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), DOE Acquisition Regulation (DEAR), Corporate and local clauses, Financial Assistance Standard Terms and Conditions, and Financial Assistance Special Terms and Conditions.