52.247-12
Supervision, Labor, or Materials
Contractors must provide all supervision, labor, materials, and equipment necessary to fulfill transportation-related contracts efficiently and on time.
Overview
FAR 52.247-12 requires contractors to provide all necessary supervision, labor, materials, supplies, and equipment to perform transportation or transportation-related services as specified in the contract. This clause ensures that contractors are fully responsible for organizing and supplying the resources needed to fulfill their contractual obligations efficiently and on schedule. The clause is inserted into solicitations and contracts when the contractor is expected to furnish these elements, emphasizing the importance of adequate preparation and resource management.
Key Rules
- Provision of Resources
- Contractors must supply all supervision, labor, materials, supplies, and equipment required for the contract.
- Orderly, Timely, and Efficient Performance
- Services must be performed in a manner that is organized, meets deadlines, and is efficient.
Responsibilities
- Contracting Officers: Ensure this clause is included in applicable solicitations and contracts.
- Contractors: Must plan for and provide all necessary resources to meet contract requirements.
- Agencies: Oversee contractor compliance with resource and performance obligations.
Practical Implications
- This clause exists to clarify that the government will not provide supervision, labor, or materials for transportation contracts; the contractor is fully responsible.
- Contractors must carefully assess resource needs and plan accordingly to avoid performance issues.
- Failure to comply can result in delays, inefficiencies, or contract disputes.