Central nonprofit agency (CNA Sample Clauses

Central nonprofit agency (CNA. An agency organized under the laws of the United States or of any State, designated in accordance with the Javits-Xxxxxx O’Day Act, operating in the interest of the blind or persons with other severe disabilities, the net income of which does not inure in whole or in part to the benefit of any shareholder or other individual, and designated by the Commission to facilitate the distribution (by direct allocation, subcontract, or any other means) of orders of the Government for commodities and services on the PL among NPAs employing persons who are blind or have other severe disabilities, to provide information required by the Commission to implement the AbilityOne Program, and to otherwise assist the Commission in administering these regulations as set forth herein by the Commission. Commission The Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled is the federal agency which administers the AbilityOne Program. NOTE: The agency began operating as the U.S. AbilityOne Commission effective October 1, 2011. Complex Project A proposed PL addition that requires an advance feasibility assessment with the Commission staff, due to potential risks or high visibility. Complex projects may include, but are not limited to, annual values above $5 million, phase-in requests that begin with a direct labor ratio below 50%, multiple NPA prime/subcontractor relationships, or non-traditional lines of business for the AbilityOne Program. Contracting activity Any element of an entity of the Government that has responsibility for identifying and/or procuring Government requirements for commodities or services. Components of a contracting activity, such as a contracting office and an ordering office, are incorporated in this definition, which includes all offices within the definitions of “contracting activity,” “contracting office,” and “agreement administration office” contained in the Federal Acquisition Regulation, 48 CFR § 2.101, Definitions. Customer Federal Government agency purchasing products or services listed on the Commission’s PL. Direct labor All work required for preparation, processing, and packing of a commodity or work directly related to the performance of a service, but not supervision, administration, inspection or shipping. Entity of the Government Any entity of the legislative branch or the judicial branch, any executive agency, military department, Government corporation, or independent establishment, the U.S. Postal Service, and any non-a...

Central nonprofit agency (CNA. An agency organized under the laws of the United States or of any State, designated in accordance with the JWOD Act, operating in the interest of the blind or persons with other severe disabilities, the net income of which does not inure in whole or in part to the benefit of any shareholder or other individual, and designated by the Commission to facilitate the distribution (by direct allocation, subcontract, or any other means) of orders of the Government for commodities and services on the Procurement List (PL) among NPAs employing persons who are blind or have other severe disabilities, to provide information required by the Commission to implement the AbilityOne Program, and to otherwise assist the Commission in administering these regulations as set forth herein by the Commission. Commission The Commission for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled. NOTE: The Commission operates as the U.S. AbilityOne Commission effective October 1, 2011. Complex Project A proposed PL addition that requires an advance feasibility assessment with the Commission staff, due to potential risks or high visibility. Complex projects may include, but are not limited to, annual values above $5 million, phase-in requests that begin with a direct labor ratio below 50%, multiple NPA prime/subcontractor relationships, or non-traditional lines of business for the AbilityOne Program. Contracting activity Any element of an entity of the Government that has responsibility for identifying and/or procuring Government requirements for commodities or services. Components of a contracting activity, such as a contracting office and an ordering office, are incorporated in this definition, which includes all offices within the definitions of “contracting activity,” “contracting office,” and “agreement administration office” contained in the Federal Acquisition Regulation, 48 C.F.R. § 2.101, Definitions. Customer Federal government agency purchasing products or services listed on the Commission’s PL. Direct labor All work required for preparation, processing, and packing of a commodity or work directly related to the performance of a service, but not supervision, administration, inspection or shipping. Entity of the Government Any entity of the legislative branch or the judicial branch, any executive agency, military department, Government corporation, or independent establishment, the U.S. Postal Service, and any non-appropriated fund instrumentality under the jurisdiction of...

Central nonprofit agency (CNA. An agency organized under the laws of the United States or of any State, designated in accordance with the Javits-Xxxxxx O’Day Act, operating in the interest of the blind or persons with other severe disabilities, the net income of which does not inure in whole or in part to the benefit of any shareholder or other individual, and designated by the Commission to facilitate the distribution (by direct allocation, subcontract, or any other means) of orders of the Government for commodities and services on the Procurement List among nonprofit agencies employing persons who are blind or have other severe disabilities, to provide information required by the Commission to implement the AbilityOne Program, and to otherwise assist the Commission in administering these regulations as set forth herein by the Commission.

Central nonprofit agency (CNA. An agency organized under the laws of the United States or of any State, designated in accordance with the JWOD Act, operating in the interest of the blind or persons with other severe disabilities, the net income of which does not inure in whole or in part to the benefit of any shareholder or other individual, and designated by the Commission to facilitate the distribution (by direct allocation, subcontract, or any other means) of orders of the Government for commodities and services on the Procurement List (PL) among NPAs employing persons who are blind or have other severe disabilities, to provide information required by the Commission to implement the AbilityOne Program, and to otherwise assist the Commission in administering these regulations as set forth herein by the Commission.

Central nonprofit agency (CNA. Governance: The CNAs shall implement a business ethics program (including conflict of interest policies and annual training) to effectively reduce the risk of outside influences directing CNA decisions and implement rules to ensure independence and transparency of its board and executive officers in terms of composition and actions. The CNA shall establish policies and procedures to ensure that: 1. Boards and officers understand and uphold their fiduciary responsibilities while avoiding any instances that reflect a conflict of interest; 2) assets are managed properly; and 3) compliance with any designated responsibilities under the AbilityOne Program required to be implemented in Phases I - III in accordance with this agreement, the JWOD Act and all other applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures and guidance. The CNA shall train all existing and new CNA employees who support the Program on business ethics and conflicts of interest policies, at least annually. 2. The CNA shall disclose, in writing to the Commission, all litigation and all allegations, findings or investigations, knowledge of violations of Federal law (such as fraud, bribery, or gratuity violations) by the CNA within five (5) business days of initial notice to the CNA, to the extent permitted by law. The CNAs shall also provide the Commission with an explanation of how the violation occurred as that information becomes available and the steps the CNA is taking to prevent further similar violations. In addition, the CNAs shall report in writing any potential conflict of interests affecting the Procurement List and AbilityOne Program to the Commission within five (5) business days of learning of the actual or perceived conflict of interest.

Central nonprofit agency (CNA. Governance: The CNAs shall implement a business ethics program (including conflict of interest policies and annual training) to effectively reduce the risk of outside influences directing CNA decisions and implement rules to ensure independence and transparency of its board and executive officers in terms of composition and 1. Boards and officers understand and uphold their fiduciary responsibilities while avoiding any instances that reflect a conflict of interest; 2) assets are managed properly; and 3) compliance with any designated responsibilities under the AbilityOne Program required to be implemented in Phases I - III in accordance with this agreement, the JWOD Act and all other applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures and guidance. The CNA shall train all existing and new CNA employees who support the Program on business ethics and conflicts of interest policies, at least annually. 2. The CNA shall disclose, in writing to the Commission, all litigation and all allegations, findings or investigations, knowledge of violations of Federal law (such as fraud, bribery, or gratuity violations) by the CNA within five (5) business days of initial notice to the CNA, to the extent permitted by law. The CNAs shall also provide the Commission with an explanation of how the violation occurred as that information becomes available and the steps the CNA is taking to prevent further similar violations. In addition, the CNAs shall report in writing any potential conflict of interests affecting the Procurement List and AbilityOne Program to the Commission within five (5) business days of learning of the actual or perceived conflict of interest.

Central nonprofit agency (CNA. Governance: The CNAs shall implement a business ethics program (including conflict of interest policies and annual training) to effectively reduce the risk of outside influences directing CNA decisions and implement rules to ensure 1. Boards and officers understand and uphold their fiduciary responsibilities while avoiding any instances that reflect a conflict of interest; 2) assets are managed properly; and 3) compliance with any designated responsibilities under the AbilityOne Program required to be implemented in Phases I - III in accordance with this agreement, the JWOD Act and all other applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures and guidance. The CNA shall train all existing and new CNA employees who support the Program on business ethics and conflicts of interest policies, at least annually. 2. The CNA shall disclose, in writing to the Commission, all litigation and all allegations, findings or investigations, knowledge of violations of Federal law (such as fraud, bribery, or gratuity violations) by the CNA within five (5) business days of initial notice to the CNA, to the extent permitted by law. The CNAs shall also provide the Commission with an explanation of how the violation occurred as that information becomes available and the steps the CNA is taking to prevent further similar violations. In addition, the CNAs shall report in writing any potential conflict of interests affecting the Procurement List and AbilityOne Program to the Commission within five (5) business days of learning of the actual or perceived conflict of interest.