252.225-7063 — Restriction on Acquisition of Components of T-AO 205 and T-ARC Class Vessels.
Researched by the BidStride Research Team
What This Clause Requires
DFARS 252.225-7063 — Restriction on Acquisition of Components of T-AO 205 and T-ARC Class Vessels.. This clause is part of the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement and applies specifically to Department of Defense contracts.
Official Regulation Text
252.225-7063 Restriction on Acquisition of Components of T-AO 205 and T-ARC Class Vessels. As prescribed in 225.7004-7(c), use the following clause: Restriction on Acquisition of Components of T-AO 205 AND T-ARC Class Vessels (MAY 2024) (a) Restriction. (1) In accordance with 10 U.S.C. 4864, the following components of T-AO 205 and T-ARC class vessels must be manufactured in the United States, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, or the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (United Kingdom): (i) Auxiliary equipment, including pumps, for all shipboard services. (ii) Propulsion system components, including engines, reduction gears, and propellers. (iii) Shipboard cranes. (iv) Spreaders for shipboard cranes. (2) The Contractor shall deliver under this contract only T-AO 205 and T-ARC class vessel components, as described in paragraph (a)(1) of this clause, manufactured in the United States, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, or the United Kingdom (10 U.S.C. 4864). (b) Subcontracts. The Contractor shall insert the substance of this clause, including this paragraph (b), in subcontracts for the components described in paragraph (a)(1) of this clause that exceed the simplified acquisition threshold, including subcontracts for commercial products and commercial services. (End of Clause) [89 FR 46816, May 30, 2024]
Compliance Checklist
- 4864, the following components of T-AO 205 and T-ARC class vessels must be manufactured in the United States, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, or the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (United Kingdom): (i) Auxiliary equipment, including pumps, for all shipboard services.
- (2) The Contractor shall deliver under this contract only T-AO 205 and T-ARC class vessel components, as described in paragraph (a)(1) of this clause, manufactured in the United States, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, or the United Kingdom (10 U.S.C.
- The Contractor shall insert the substance of this clause, including this paragraph (b), in subcontracts for the components described in paragraph (a)(1) of this clause that exceed the simplified acquisition threshold, including subcontracts for commercial products and commercial services.
Flow-Down to Subcontractors
Flow-down required
This clause must be included in subcontracts with no subcontractors where the subcontractor will perform work covered by this clause. Typically appears in contract Section Section I.
Frequently Asked Questions
DFARS 252.225-7063 (Restriction on Acquisition of Components of T-AO 205 and T-ARC Class Vessels.) is a Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement clause applicable to Department of Defense contracts.
DFARS 252.225-7063 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.