22.2110
Contract clause
Include the paid sick leave clause (52.222-62) in contracts with wage or service labor standards when work is performed in the U.S.
Overview
FAR 22.2110 requires contracting officers to include the clause at 52.222-62, "Paid Sick Leave Under Executive Order 13706," in solicitations and contracts that already contain either the Construction Wage Rate Requirements clause (52.222-6) or the Service Contract Labor Standards clause (52.222-41), provided the work will be performed in whole or in part within the United States (including the 50 States and the District of Columbia). This ensures that covered contracts provide paid sick leave to employees as mandated by Executive Order 13706.
Key Rules
- Clause Inclusion Requirement
- The 52.222-62 clause must be inserted into applicable solicitations and contracts.
- Triggering Clauses
- Applies when either 52.222-6 (Construction Wage Rate Requirements) or 52.222-41 (Service Contract Labor Standards) is included.
- Geographic Scope
- Only applies to contracts where work is performed in the United States or the District of Columbia.
Responsibilities
- Contracting Officers: Must ensure the 52.222-62 clause is included in all relevant solicitations and contracts.
- Contractors: Must comply with the paid sick leave requirements if their contract contains the clause.
- Agencies: Should oversee compliance and ensure proper clause inclusion during solicitation and award.
Practical Implications
- This section ensures federal contractors provide paid sick leave to employees working on covered contracts.
- Failure to include the clause can result in non-compliance with federal labor standards.
- Contractors should review solicitations and contracts for the presence of these clauses to understand their obligations.