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FAR 52.249-5 — Termination for Convenience of the Government (Educational and Other Nonprofit Institutions).

Part 52: Solicitation Provisions and Contract Clauses

Plain-English Summary

FAR clause 52.249-5, "Termination for Convenience of the Government (Educational and Other Nonprofit Institutions).," is part of FAR Part 52. This clause does not flow down to subcontractors.

Full Clause Text

FAR 52.249-5
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Flow-Down Requirements

FAR 52.249-5 does not contain flow-down requirements. Prime contractors are not required to include this clause in subcontracts.

  • Is FAR 52.249-5 mandatory?

    FAR 52.249-5 is prescribed by the relevant FAR part. Whether it is mandatory depends on the contract type, dollar threshold, and other factors specified in the prescription.

  • What does FAR 52.249-5 mean in plain English?

    FAR 52.249-5, "Termination for Convenience of the Government (Educational and Other Nonprofit Institutions).," establishes requirements for the prime contractor. Refer to the plain-English summary above for a detailed explanation.

  • Does FAR 52.249-5 affect subcontractors?

    No. FAR 52.249-5 does not include flow-down provisions and applies only at the prime contract level.

See Also

FAR Part 52All FAR PartsFAR Clause Lookup Tool

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