What is a FAR Part 12 contract?

FAR Part 12 requires that agencies conduct market research to determine whether commercial items are available that could meet the agency’s requirements and to acquire such items when they are available.

Does FAR Part 12 take precedence?

When a policy in another part of the FAR is inconsistent with a policy in this part, this part 12 shall take precedence for the acquisition of commercial products or commercial services. (d) The definition of commercial product uses the phrase “purposes other than governmental purposes”.

What is the preferred method of solicitation for requirements over $25000?

Oral solicitations
Oral solicitations (i.e., not electronic, paper or fax) are the preferred method, to the maximum extent practicable, to expedite requirements not expected to exceed $25,000.

When can the combined synopsis and solicitation procedure be used?

(b) When acquiring commercial products or commercial services, or supplies or services procured in accordance with 12.102(f)(1), the contracting officer may use a combined synopsis and solicitation.

Does the Changes clause apply to FAR 12 commercial contracts?

When using FAR Part 12 procedures for the acquisition of commercial items, the Government does not have authority to unilaterally require changes.

What are commercial items under FAR?

Commercial Items (FAR Part 12)

  • They are a small business exempt from CAS requirements.
  • They exclusively perform contracts under commercial procedures.
  • They exclusively perform under firm-fixed-price (FFP) contracts with adequate price competition.

Does the Changes clause apply to far 12 commercial contracts?

What is the difference between synopsis and solicitation?

The FAR refers to a notice of a proposed contract action as a “synopsis.” A synopsis announces the availability of a government solicitation or a contract award. It is a summary or outline of a solicitation or a contract action that must be published on a government website that is accessible by the public.

What is combined synopsis solicitation?

Combined Synopsis / Solicitation – This is a real, live, actual deal. Most opportunities classified this way are going to actually happen. All of these should include specifications for the product or service and a due date for the proposal. A “Combined” means the agency is expecting a proposal or quote from you.

What is the first step in the solicitation phase?

39Q: The first step in solicitation and award is to: 39A: Notify industry that a contract need exists and identify parameters of that need.