AR 210-22 — Support For Non-federal Entities Authorized To Operate On Department Of The Army Installations

AR 210-22 governs the operation of non-Federal entities on Army installations, including private organizations and home-based businesses.

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  • Publication number: AR 210-22
  • Title: SUPPORT FOR NON-FEDERAL ENTITIES AUTHORIZED TO OPERATE ON DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY INSTALLATIONS
  • Date: 05/12/2022
  • Proponent: G-4
  • Status: ACTIVE

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AR 210-22 covers approval requests, documentation, access, funding, space, support services, restrictions, insurance, audits, and legal compliance. It requires written senior commander permission, self-sustaining operations, appropriate insurance, and periodic audits for qualifying entities.

Applies to: This regulation addresses only NFEs that operate on Army installations with the express consent of the senior commander (SC) or designated authority.

Topics covered

  • Non-Federal entity approval
  • Home-based businesses
  • Installation access
  • Fundraising and funding
  • Space and support services
  • Insurance and audits
  • Membership and employment practices
  • Veterans service organizations

Questions and answers

What permission is required for a non-Federal entity to operate on an Army installation?

NFEs must request and receive written permission from the SC before operating on Army installations. (paragraph 2-1)

How long can approval to operate on an Army installation last?

A statement that acknowledges an approval to operate expires in 2 years and may be renewed biennially upon an NFEs request, subject to the SCs approval. (paragraph 2-2)

What must non-Federal entities provide for personnel who regularly contact children?

A statement that confirms current and future NFE personnel and volunteers who have regular contact with children under 18 years of age on the installation have undergone appropriate background checks. (paragraph 2-2)

Can approved non-Federal entities receive Army financial assistance?

NFEs approved to operate on the installation must be self-sustaining and will not receive any APF or NAF financial assistance in the form of contributions, repairs, services, dividends, or other donations of money or other assets. (paragraph 3-2)

What insurance must non-Federal entities obtain?

NFEs will obtain adequate insurance as protection against public liability, claims, property damage claims, or other legal actions arising from NFE activities, one or more of the NFEs members acting on its behalf, or the operation of any equipment, apparatus, or device under the control and responsibility of the NFE. (paragraph 5-2)

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