Explain how Delegate Agencies apply DPAS priority ratings to contracts and purchase orders that support approved national defense programs. Question 7 of 17. Which statement accurately reflects how priority ratings are imposed on industry? Only Major Defense Acquisition Programs are authorized to use priority ratings. Priority ratings are imposed via the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement contract provisions and then followed down the supply chain through subsequent ntracts in accordance with 15 CFR 700. All are correct DoD 4600 1 M permits DoD Components and Associated Agencies to authorize contractors to use priority rating to purchase equipment from U.S. suppliers that is needed to satisfy a priority rated contract or purchase order delivery schedule. 21 - 23 L - 3