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EPA may take corrective action under 40 CFR Parts 30, 31, and 35, as appropriate, if <br /> the recipient fails to comply with these term and conditions. <br /> 12. Small Business in Rural Areas (SBRA) <br /> If a contract is awarded under this assistance agreement, the recipient is also required <br /> to utilize the following affirmative steps: <br /> (a) Place SBRAs on solicitation lists. <br /> (b) Make sure that SBRAs are solicited whenever there are potential sources. <br /> i <br /> <br /> ~ (c) Divide total requirements, when economically feasible, into small tasks or quantities <br /> to permit maximum participation by SBRAs. <br /> (d) Establish delivery schedules, where the requirements of work permit, which would <br /> encourage participation by SBRAs. <br /> (e) Use the services of the Small Business Administration and the Minority Business <br /> Development Agency of the U.S. Department of Commerce, as appropriate. <br /> (f) Require the contractor to comply with the affirmative steps outlined above. <br /> There is no formal reporting requirement for SBRAs at this time; it is recommended that <br /> the recipient keep records of SBRA participation. <br /> 13. Additional Recipient Contribution <br /> The statutory requirement for recipient contribution is 25% of total project costs. <br /> However, in accordance with the application dated March 13, 2000, 'the recipient <br /> agrees to contribute an amount.greater than the statutory requirement. Reduction to <br /> this amount must be negotiated with the EPA Project Officer. <br /> END OF ASSISTANCE AGREEMENT NO. CD-980734-01-0 <br /> _ <br /> <br />