26.506
Contract clause
Contracting officers must include the Drug-Free Workplace clause (52.226-7) in all solicitations and contracts unless an exception in FAR 26.501 applies.
Overview
FAR 26.506 requires contracting officers to include the clause at 52.226-7, Drug-Free Workplace, in all solicitations and contracts, unless an exception in FAR 26.501 applies. This ensures that contractors are contractually obligated to maintain a drug-free workplace as a condition of doing business with the federal government. The clause outlines specific requirements for contractors to establish and enforce policies and procedures to prevent drug use in the workplace.
Key Rules
- Mandatory Clause Inclusion
- Contracting officers must insert the Drug-Free Workplace clause (52.226-7) in all solicitations and contracts, except where FAR 26.501 provides an exemption.
- Reference to Exceptions
- If an exception under FAR 26.501 applies, the clause is not required.
Responsibilities
- Contracting Officers: Must ensure the clause is included in all applicable solicitations and contracts.
- Contractors: Must comply with the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace clause if it is included in their contract.
- Agencies: Oversee compliance and ensure proper clause usage.
Practical Implications
- This section ensures a consistent approach to maintaining drug-free workplaces across federal contracts.
- Contractors must be prepared to implement and document drug-free workplace programs.
- Failure to include or comply with the clause can result in noncompliance issues or contract penalties.