### Question
How does HIGHER EDUCATION RESOURCES AND STUDENT ASSISTANCE define special simplified procedures?


### Answer
Under *20 U.S.C. § 1018a*, **special simplified procedures** is defined as:

> the procedures applicable to purchases of property and services for amounts not greater than the simplified acquisition threshold that are set forth in the Federal Acquisition Regulation pursuant to sections 1901(a)(1) and 3305(a)(1) of title 41

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 1018a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 28-HIGHER EDUCATION RESOURCES AND STUDENT ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER I-GENERAL PROVISIONS > Part D-Administrative Provisions for Delivery of Student Financial Assistance**

