As prescribed in 23.706(b)(1), insert the following clause:
IEEE 1680 Standard for the Environmental Assessment of Personal Computer Products (Dec 2007)
(a) Definitions. As used in this clause-
“Computer monitor” means a video display unit used with a computer.
“Desktop computer” means a computer designed for use on a desk or table.
“Notebook computer means a portable-style or laptop-style computer system.
“Personal computer product” means a notebook computer, a desktop computer, or a computer monitor, and any peripheral equipment that is integral to the operation of such items. For example, the desktop computer together with the keyboard, the mouse, and the power cord would be a personal computer product. Printers, copiers, and fax machines are not included in peripheral equipment, as used in this definition.
(b) Under this contract, the Contractor shall deliver, furnish for Government use, or furnish for contractor use at a Government-owned facility, only personal computer products that at the time of submission of proposals were EPEAT Bronze registered or higher. Bronze is the first level discussed in clause 1.4 of the IEEE 1680 Standard for the Environmental Assessment of Personal Computer Products.
(c) For information about the standard, see http://www.epeat.net .
(End of clause)
Alternate I (Dec 2007). As prescribed in 23.706(b)(2), substitute the following paragraph (b) for paragraph (b) of the basic clause:
(b) Under this contract, the Contractor shall deliver, furnish for Government use, or furnish for contractor use at a Government-owned facility, only personal computer products that at the time of submission of proposals were EPEAT Silver registered or higher. Silver is the second level discussed in clause 1.4 of the IEEE 1680 Standard for the Environmental Assessment of Personal Computer Products.
