47.303-7 F.o.b. destination, within consignee’s premises
Source: FAR 47.303-7 on acquisition.gov
F.o.b. destination, within consignee’s premises requires contractors to deliver goods inside the consignee’s building, at no extra cost to the Government, and mandates use of clause 52.247-35.
Overview
- FAR 47.303-7 defines the delivery term "F.o.b. destination, within consignee’s premises" for government contracts. This term requires contractors to deliver goods at no expense to the Government, placing them inside the consignee’s premises, and even to specific rooms if specified in the contract. The section also references contractor responsibilities from FAR 47.303-6(b) and mandates the use of a specific contract clause (52.247-35) when this delivery term is used.
Key Rules
- Definition of F.o.b. Destination, Within Consignee’s Premises
- Delivery must be made free of expense to the Government, with goods placed inside the consignee’s premises, including specific rooms if required.
- Contractor Responsibilities
- Contractors must fulfill the same responsibilities as outlined in FAR 47.303-6(b), which typically include risk of loss, transportation, and delivery obligations.
- Required Contract Clause
- The contracting officer must include clause 52.247-35 in solicitations and contracts using this delivery term.
Responsibilities
- Contracting Officers: Must ensure the correct clause (52.247-35) is included in contracts and solicitations with this delivery term.
- Contractors: Must deliver goods inside the consignee’s premises, possibly to specific rooms, at no additional cost to the Government, and comply with all related responsibilities from 47.303-6(b).
- Agencies: Oversee compliance with delivery and clause requirements.
Practical Implications
- This section ensures the Government receives goods exactly where needed, minimizing internal handling. Contractors must plan for potential extra effort or cost to deliver inside buildings or to specific rooms. Failure to comply can result in contract disputes or additional costs for the contractor.
(a) Explanation of delivery term."F.o.b. destination, within consignee’s premises" means free of expense to the Government delivered and laid down within the doors of the consignee’s premises, including delivery to specific rooms within a building if so specified.
(b) Contractor responsibilities. The contractor’s responsibilities are the same as those listed in 47.303-6(b).
(c) Contract clause. The contracting officer shall insert in solicitations and contracts the clause at 52.247-35, F.o.b. Destination, within Consignee’s Premises, when the delivery term is f.o.b. destination, within consignee’s premises.