252.204-7006 — Billing Instructions—Cost Vouchers.
Researched by the BidStride Research Team
What This Clause Requires
DFARS 252.204-7006 — Billing Instructions—Cost Vouchers.. This clause is part of the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement and applies specifically to Department of Defense contracts.
Official Regulation Text
252.204-7006 Billing Instructions—Cost Vouchers. As prescribed in 204.7109(b), use the following clause: Billing Instructions—Cost Vouchers (MAY 2023) When submitting a request for payment using a cost voucher, the Contractor shall— (a) Identify the contract line item(s) on the payment request that reasonably reflect contract work performance; and (b) Separately identify a payment amount for each contract line item included in the payment request. (End of clause) [70 FR 58983, Oct. 11, 2005, as amended at 85 FR 19692, Apr. 8, 2020; 88 FR 33833, May 25, 2023]
Compliance Checklist
- As prescribed in 204.7109(b), use the following clause: Billing Instructions—Cost Vouchers (MAY 2023) When submitting a request for payment using a cost voucher, the Contractor shall— (a) Identify the contract line item(s) on the payment request that reasonably reflect contract work performance; and (b) Separately identify a payment amount for each contract line item included in the payment request.
Flow-Down to Subcontractors
No flow-down required
This clause applies only to the prime contract and does not need to be flowed down to subcontractors.
Frequently Asked Questions
DFARS 252.204-7006 (Billing Instructions—Cost Vouchers.) is a Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement clause applicable to Department of Defense contracts.
DFARS 252.204-7006 is typically required in DoD contracts when the contracting officer determines it's applicable. Check Section I of your solicitation.
Flow-down requirements vary. Review the specific clause text for subcontractor applicability provisions.
This summary is for informational purposes only and reflects the BidStride Research Team's plain-English interpretation of the regulation. It is not legal advice and does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. Always consult the official Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) or Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) text and qualified legal counsel for compliance decisions.