52.247-28
Contractor’s Invoices
Contractors must submit itemized invoices with contract and document identification as instructed by the ordering agency for transportation-related services.
Overview
FAR 52.247-28 requires contractors providing drayage, transportation, or transportation-related services to submit itemized invoices as directed by the ordering agency. Each invoice must clearly display the contract number and any other relevant ordering office document identification. This clause ensures that billing is transparent, traceable, and compliant with agency requirements, facilitating accurate payment and contract administration.
Key Rules
- Itemized Invoices
- Contractors must submit detailed invoices for services rendered, following the agency's specific instructions.
- Contract and Document Identification
- Each invoice must include the contract number and any other required ordering office document identifiers.
Responsibilities
- Contracting Officers: Must ensure the clause is included in applicable contracts and provide clear invoicing instructions to contractors.
- Contractors: Must prepare and submit invoices in the required format, including all necessary identification information.
- Agencies: Must communicate invoicing requirements and verify invoice compliance before processing payments.
Practical Implications
- This clause exists to standardize invoicing practices for transportation-related contracts, reducing errors and payment delays.
- Contractors who fail to properly annotate invoices or follow agency instructions may experience payment delays or compliance issues.
- Accurate invoicing supports efficient contract administration and audit readiness.