52.252-3 Alterations in Solicitation
Source: FAR 52.252-3 on acquisition.gov
FAR 52.252-3 requires clear identification and documentation of any alterations made to a solicitation, ensuring transparency for all offerors.
Overview
FAR 52.252-3, "Alterations in Solicitation," provides a standard provision for contracting officers to use when they need to revise or supplement specific parts of a solicitation during the solicitation phase. This clause ensures that any changes made to the solicitation are clearly identified and documented, except for provisions authorized for use with a deviation. The intent is to maintain transparency and clarity for all offerors regarding any modifications to the original solicitation documents.
Key Rules
- Use of Provision
- This provision must be included in solicitations when alterations to the solicitation are necessary, except for deviations.
- Clear Identification
- Any changes or alterations made must be clearly identified within the solicitation to inform all potential offerors.
Responsibilities
- Contracting Officers: Must insert this provision when altering solicitation documents and ensure all changes are clearly documented.
- Contractors: Should review the solicitation for any listed alterations to understand the requirements and respond accordingly.
- Agencies: Must ensure compliance with FAR 52.107(c) and proper use of this provision.
Practical Implications
- This clause exists to ensure transparency and consistency in the solicitation process, reducing confusion or disputes about solicitation requirements.
- Contractors must pay close attention to any listed alterations to avoid submitting non-compliant proposals.
- Common pitfalls include overlooking altered sections or misunderstanding the scope of changes, which can lead to proposal errors or disqualification.
As prescribed in 52.107(c), insert the following provision in solicitations in order to revise or supplement, as necessary, other parts of the solicitation that apply to the solicitation phase only, except for any provision authorized for use with a deviation. Include clear identification of what is being- altered.
Alterations in Solicitation (Apr 1984)
Portions of this solicitation are altered as follows:
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