What is FAR 52.201-1?

FAR 52.201-1 (Acquisition 360: Voluntary Survey.) is a federal acquisition regulation clause that may be included in government contracts. It falls under the general category.

When is FAR 52.201-1 required?

FAR 52.201-1 is typically required when the contracting officer determines it's applicable to the specific procurement. Check the solicitation's Section I for included clauses.

Does FAR 52.201-1 flow down to subcontractors?

Whether FAR 52.201-1 flows down depends on the specific clause language and contract type. Review the clause text for flow-down provisions.

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52.201-1 — Acquisition 360: Voluntary Survey.

Last updated: 2026-04

Researched by the BidStride Research Team

What This Clause Requires

FAR 52.201-1 — Acquisition 360: Voluntary Survey.. This clause is part of the Federal Acquisition Regulation and may be included in government contracts as a solicitation provision or contract clause.

Official Regulation Text

52.201-1 Acquisition 360: Voluntary Survey. As prescribed in 1.102-3(b), insert the following provision: Acquisition 360: Voluntary Survey (SEP 2023) (a) All actual and potential offerors are encouraged to provide feedback on the preaward and debriefing processes, as applicable. Feedback may be provided to agencies up to 45 days after award. The feedback is anonymous, unless the participant self-identifies in the survey. Actual and potential offerors can participate in the survey by selecting the following link: https://www.acquisition.gov/360. (b) The Contracting Officer will not review the information provided until after contract award and will not consider it in the award decision. The survey is voluntary and does not convey any protections, rights, or grounds for protest. It creates a way for actual and potential offerors to provide the Government constructive feedback about the preaward and debriefing processes, as applicable, used for a specific acquisition. (End of provision) [88 FR 53751, Aug. 8, 2023]
Source: eCFR, 48 CFR 52.201-1 (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-48/section-52.201-1)

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.