scope:

Purpose.

This regulation provides guidance on the delegated review and approval of Post-Authorization Decision Documents. A post-authorization decision document is a report on a previously authorized project that would serve as the basis for construction funding, or in the case of congressional adds, the report to support the PCA.

Applicability.

This regulation applies to all HQUSACE elements, Major Subordinate Commands (MSC) and district commands having Civil Works responsibility. It does not apply to the Continuing Authorities Program, which has its delegation authority described under separate regulation. This ER does not rescind existing delegations of specific projects or programs previously provided by HQUSACE that allow District Commanders to approve certain post-authorization decision documents. Additionally, the guidance provided under those existing delegations is not affected by this ER. Further, the delegation described in this regulation is contingent upon MSC Commanders demonstrating that the MSC office has adequate resources, proper staffing, applicable written procedures, and documented adherence to those procedures. This capability is subject to periodic assessment as described herein, and the authority delegated to the MSC can be rescinded at any time at the discretion of the Director of Civil Works.