47.300
Scope of subpart
FAR 47.300 mandates transportation and traffic management terms for fixed-price supply contracts and provides guidance for their use in other contract types to minimize government transportation costs.
Overview
- FAR 47.300 establishes the policies and procedures for incorporating transportation and traffic management considerations into the acquisition of supplies, specifically focusing on fixed-price contracts. It also provides guidance for applying these considerations to other contract types, such as cost-reimbursement contracts, when special requirements exist.
Key Rules
- Application to Fixed-Price Contracts
- The transportation and traffic management terms and conditions in this subpart are mandatory for fixed-price contracts involving the acquisition of supplies.
- Guidance for Other Contract Types
- For contracts like cost-reimbursement, where transportation is typically the contractor's responsibility, contracting officers should use these terms as a guide to ensure proper contract coverage and to instruct contractors on minimizing transportation costs to the government.
Responsibilities
- Contracting Officers: Must apply the subpart's terms to fixed-price contracts and use them as guidance for other contract types when special requirements arise.
- Contractors: Must comply with transportation and traffic management requirements as specified in their contracts.
- Agencies: Ensure oversight of transportation cost minimization and proper contract coverage.
Practical Implications
- This section ensures that transportation costs and logistics are properly managed and considered in supply contracts, reducing the risk of excessive costs to the government. It clarifies when and how transportation terms apply, helping avoid confusion and ensuring consistent application across contract types. Common pitfalls include failing to apply these terms to fixed-price contracts or neglecting to provide adequate instructions in other contract types when needed.