What is DFARS 252.270-7000?

DFARS 252.270-7000 (Pilot Program to Incentivize Contracting with Employee-Owned Businesses—Representation.) is a Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement clause applicable to Department of Defense contracts.

When is DFARS 252.270-7000 required?

DFARS 252.270-7000 is typically required in DoD contracts when the contracting officer determines it's applicable. Check Section I of your solicitation.

Does DFARS 252.270-7000 flow down to subcontractors?

Flow-down requirements vary. Review the specific clause text for subcontractor applicability provisions.

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252.270-7000 — Pilot Program to Incentivize Contracting with Employee-Owned Businesses—Representation.

Last updated: 2026-04

Researched by the BidStride Research Team

What This Clause Requires

DFARS 252.270-7000 — Pilot Program to Incentivize Contracting with Employee-Owned Businesses—Representation.. This clause is part of the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement and applies specifically to Department of Defense contracts.

Official Regulation Text

252.270-7000 Pilot Program to Incentivize Contracting with Employee-Owned Businesses—Representation. As prescribed in 270.105(a), use the following provision: Pilot Program To Incentivize Contracting With Employee-Owned Businesses—Representation (NOV 2024) (a) Definition. As used in this provision, qualified business has the meaning given in the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement 252.270-7002, Pilot Program to Incentivize Contracting with Employee-Owned Businesses, clause of this solicitation. (b) Representation. The Offeror represents that it is a qualified business. (End of provision) [89 FR 82186, Oct. 10, 2024]
Source: eCFR, 48 CFR 252.270-7000 (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-48/section-252.270-7000)

Compliance Checklist

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

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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.