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title: Justification
description: "A contracting office may need to document the contract file regarding the the accuracy of a decision and obtain required approvals. Details for the content of a justification are specific to the action being accomplished. Regulatory reference: [FAR subpart 6.3](https://www.acquisition.gov/far/part-6#FAR_Subpart_6_3)  and [FAR subpart…"
url: "https://www.gsascheduleservices.com/kb/sam/justification/"
updated: "2022-04-13"
category: After Award / Compliance / SAM Record
tags:
  - sam
---

# Justification

A contracting office may need to document the contract file regarding the the accuracy of a decision and obtain required approvals. Details for the content of a justification are specific to the action being accomplished.

Regulatory reference: [FAR subpart 6.3](https://www.acquisition.gov/far/part-6#FAR_Subpart_6_3)  and [FAR subpart 8.405](https://www.acquisition.gov/far/8.405)

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