What is FAR 52.214-25?

FAR 52.214-25 (Step Two of Two-Step Sealed Bidding.) is a federal acquisition regulation clause that may be included in government contracts. It falls under the general category.

When is FAR 52.214-25 required?

FAR 52.214-25 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 52.214-25 flow down to subcontractors?

Whether FAR 52.214-25 flows down depends on the specific clause language and contract type. Review the clause text for flow-down provisions.

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52.214-25 — Step Two of Two-Step Sealed Bidding.

Last updated: 2026-04

Researched by the BidStride Research Team

What This Clause Requires

FAR 52.214-25 — Step Two of Two-Step Sealed Bidding.. 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

52.214-25 Step Two of Two-Step Sealed Bidding. As prescribed in 14.201-6(t), insert the following provision: Step Two of Two-Step Sealed Bidding (APR 1985) (a) This invitation for bids is issued to initiate step two of two-step sealed bidding under subpart 14.5 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation. (b) The only bids that the Contracting Officer may consider for award of a contract are those received from bidders that have submitted acceptable technical proposals in step one of this acquisition under __ [ the Contracting Officer shall insert the identification of the step-one request for technical proposals ]. (c) Any bidder that has submitted multiple technical proposals in step one of this acquisition may submit a separate bid on each technical proposal that was determined to be acceptable to the Government. (End of provision) [48 FR 42478, Sept. 19, 1983, as amended at 50 FR 1747, Jan. 11, 1985; 50 FR 52429, Dec. 23, 1985]
Source: eCFR, 48 CFR 52.214-25 (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-48/section-52.214-25)

Compliance Checklist

(b) The only bids that the Contracting Officer may consider for award of a contract are those received from bidders that have submitted acceptable technical proposals in step one of this acquisition under __ [ the Contracting Officer shall insert the identification of the step-one request for technical proposals ].

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.