33.215 Contract clauses
Source: FAR 33.215 on acquisition.gov
Always include the required Disputes and Applicable Law clauses in government contracts to ensure proper handling of claims and legal compliance.
Overview
FAR 33.215 mandates the inclusion of specific contract clauses related to disputes in government solicitations and contracts. The section requires contracting officers to insert the Disputes clause (FAR 52.233-1) in most contracts, except where exclusions in FAR 33.203(b) apply. If agency procedures determine that contract performance must continue during a dispute, the Alternate I version of the clause must be used. Additionally, the section requires the inclusion of FAR 52.233-4, which addresses the applicability of laws governing federal contracts, in all solicitations and contracts. These clauses establish the framework for resolving disputes and clarify the legal environment for contract performance and claims.
(a) Insert the clause at 52.233-1, Disputes, in solicitations and contracts, unless the conditions in 33.203(b) apply. If it is determined under agency procedures that continued performance is necessary pending resolution of any claim arising under or relating to the contract, the contracting officer shall use the clause with its AlternateI.
(b) Insert the clause at 52.233-4 in all solicitations and contracts.