ASPR

The Armed Services Procurement Regulation was the predecessor to the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement that governed DoD procurement before FAR implementation in 1984. ASPR references may still appear in older contracts, legal precedents, and historical documentation.

Understanding ASPR's historical role helps contractors interpret legacy contract language and case law that predates FAR. While ASPR is no longer in effect, its principles influenced FAR and DFARS development. Contract disputes involving pre-1984 contracts may reference ASPR provisions.