FAR Facts

FUN with the FAR S7 Ep. 13

Did ya know . . . ? Depending upon its industry and North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code, a business status as a small business will be based upon either (i) number of employees or (ii) amount of “annual receipts.” 13 CFR 121. Interested in more...

FUN with the FAR S7 Ep. 12

Did ya know . . . ? A contractor is permitted to walk away from a multiple year contract after completion of the base contract year without any termination liability, if the Government fails to provide a proper “Notice of Intent to Exercise an Option”. FAR 52.217-8....

FUN with the FAR S7 Ep. 12

Did ya know . . . ? The Government may terminate a “multi-year” contract for convenience at any time during the life of the contract, for total quantity or partial quantity. FAR 17.104(d). In the event of a termination for convenience, the Government’s obligation...

FUN with the FAR S7 Ep. 12

Did ya know . . . ? The term of a “multi-year” contract may not be longer than 5 years, unless otherwise authorized by statute. FAR 17.103 and FAR 17.104(a). Interested in more FAR OUT Facts? Sign up for PCI’s bi-weekly FUN with the FAR course and make the FAR FUN!...

FUN with the FAR S7 Ep. 11

Did ya know . . . ? ID/IQ contracts are required to contain a “minimum guarantee” and “maximum quantity” clause. FAR 16.504(a)(1). Interested in more FAR OUT Facts? Sign up for PCI’s bi-weekly FUN with the FAR course and make the FAR FUN! Learn without leaving the...