The Request for Deviation/Waiver (RFD/RFW), formally designated as DD Form 1694, is an official U.S. Department of Defense document. It provides contractors with a formal mechanism to address situations where strict compliance with contract specifications is not feasible. The form bears OMB No. 0704-0188, confirming compliance with federal Paperwork Reduction Act requirements.
A deviation request is submitted before the non-conformance occurs. It asks for prior permission to depart from a specified requirement. A waiver request covers work already completed or in progress that does not meet the original specification.
The procuring activity classifies the request as minor, major, or critical. This classification determines the level of authority required for approval. Major or critical requests typically require review by higher command levels before work can proceed.
The submitting activity, typically the prime contractor or subcontractor, completes and signs the form first. A government official then reviews and recommends approval or disapproval. A second government authority provides final approval with a signature and date.
The form requires accurate and thorough information to support an informed review. Submitting in good faith means no penalties apply for disclosed non-compliance, provided the information is complete and honest.
For the identical form under its official DoD number, see the DD 1694 form. For time-related contract adjustments, see the hours deviation page.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Form Name | Deviation Form |
| Form Length | 1 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 15 sec |
| Other names | DODAAC, CATED, request for deviation form, DIOR |