252.225-7028 — Exclusionary policies and practices of foreign governments.
Researched by the BidStride Research Team
What This Clause Requires
DFARS 252.225-7028 — Exclusionary policies and practices of foreign governments.. This clause is part of the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement and applies specifically to Department of Defense contracts.
Official Regulation Text
252.225-7028 Exclusionary policies and practices of foreign governments. As prescribed in 225.7307(b), use the following clause: Exclusionary Policies and Practices of Foreign Governments (APR 2003) The Contractor and its subcontractors shall not take into account the exclusionary policies or practices of any foreign government in employing or assigning personnel, if— (a) The personnel will perform functions required by this contract, either in the United States or abroad; and (b) The exclusionary policies or practices of the foreign government are based on race, religion, national origin, or sex. (End of clause) [68 FR 15639, Mar. 31, 2003, as amended at 70 FR 73156, Dec. 9, 2005]
Compliance Checklist
- As prescribed in 225.7307(b), use the following clause: Exclusionary Policies and Practices of Foreign Governments (APR 2003) The Contractor and its subcontractors shall not take into account the exclusionary policies or practices of any foreign government in employing or assigning personnel, if— (a) The personnel will perform functions required by this contract, either in the United States or abroad; and (b) The exclusionary policies or practices of the foreign government are based on race, religion, national origin, or sex.
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 252.225-7028 (Exclusionary policies and practices of foreign governments.) is a Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement clause applicable to Department of Defense contracts.
DFARS 252.225-7028 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.