1. Purpose.
This Manual outlines the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) nationwide agency policy, procedures, and responsibilities, and includes guidelines and standards for the official use of Government Owned Vehicles (GOVs) in the GSA Internal Motor Vehicle Management Program. It also promotes greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction, safe driving, efficient and economical transportation, cost effectiveness, and maximum uniformity in the agency’s internal motor vehicle program.
2. Background.
a. GSA’s Internal Motor Vehicle Management Program operates under several authorities. See Appendix A.
b. 5 CFR § 930.102 governs agencies in authorizing employees to operate Government-owned or -leased (acquired for other than short term use for which the Government does not have full control and accountability) motor vehicles for official purposes.
c. The Federal Management Regulation (FMR) Part 102-34 (41 CFR 102-34) governs the economical and efficient management and control of motor vehicles that the Government owns, leases commercially, or leases through GSA Fleet.
d. Motor vehicles provided to contractors must be provided in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
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