This document summarizes the preference for domestic specialty metals under the Berry Amendment and provides a compliance checklist for DFARS 252.225-7014. It mentions multiple suppliers who have provided parts that do not comply with the requirement to Raytheon and the negotiations with John McGrath of DCMA to resolve the issue.
This checklist outlines the procedures Raytheon must follow when specialty‑metal parts supplied by various vendors may not comply with DFARS 252.225‑7014 Alt 1. It describes how to request exceptions from the cognizant PCO, and, if none are granted, how to proceed with either a withhold or a refund scenario.
The document provides sample letters, disclaimer language for invoices, and instructions for inventory review. It also lists the suppliers that have reported possible non‑compliance and gives contact information for Raytheon legal counsel.