52.214-14
Place of Performance-Sealed Bidding
Bidders must disclose and provide details for any alternate locations where contract work will be performed under sealed bidding.
Overview
- FAR 52.214-14 requires bidders in sealed bidding procurements to disclose whether they intend to use any plants or facilities at addresses different from their own for contract performance. If so, bidders must provide detailed information about those locations and the owners/operators of those facilities. This provision ensures transparency regarding where contract work will be performed and who controls the facilities involved.
Key Rules
- Disclosure of Alternate Performance Locations
- Bidders must indicate if they plan to use any plant or facility at a different address than their own for contract performance by checking the appropriate box.
- Detailed Facility Information
- If alternate locations will be used, bidders must provide the street address, city, state, county, ZIP code, and the name and address of the owner/operator if different from the bidder.
Responsibilities
- Contracting Officers: Must include this provision in sealed bidding solicitations as required and review bidder responses for compliance.
- Contractors/Bidders: Must accurately disclose intended places of performance and provide all required information if using alternate facilities.
- Agencies: Ensure compliance and use the information for responsibility determinations and oversight.
Practical Implications
- This provision exists to promote transparency and accountability in contract performance locations, helping agencies assess risk and responsibility. It impacts daily bidding by requiring careful disclosure and documentation. Common pitfalls include failing to disclose alternate locations or providing incomplete information, which can jeopardize bid eligibility.