Navy Instruction on Contractor Industrial Labor Relations - In October, 2002, the Department of Navy (DON) published SECNAVINST 4200.36 on its responsibilities with regard to contractor labor-management relations, including DON policies toward contractor labor-management activities and relationships, union access to DON installations, picketing and work stoppages at DON installations, and procedures for setting up reserve gates in response to a contractor labor action. All DON personnel, in particular contracting officers, should be cognizant of these policies and procedures. For further assistance, contact the Dept of the Navy Labor Advisor at NavyLaborAdvisor@navy.mil, or (703) 693-2939.

Desk Guide for Service Contract Price Adjustments- The Department of Navy has published the Desk Guide for Service Contract Price Adjustments to assist contracting officers in determining contract price adjustments under FAR clause 52.222-43 and 44. This clause applies to fixed price service contracts covered by the Service Contract Act (SCA) and the Fair Labor Standards Act. The guide includes advice on processing price adjustments resulting from SCA-covered collective bargaining agreements. For further assistance, contact the Dept of the Navy Labor Advisor at NavyLaborAdvisor@navy.mil, or (703) 693-2939.