What is FAR 52.215-6?

FAR 52.215-6 (Place of Performance.) is a federal acquisition regulation clause that may be included in government contracts. It falls under the contracting-methods category.

When is FAR 52.215-6 required?

FAR 52.215-6 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 52.215-6 flow down to subcontractors?

Whether FAR 52.215-6 flows down depends on the specific clause language and contract type. Review the clause text for flow-down provisions.

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52.215-6 — Place of Performance.

Last updated: 2026-04

Researched by the BidStride Research Team

What This Clause Requires

FAR 52.215-6 — Place of Performance.. 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

52.215-6 Place of Performance. As prescribed in 15.209(f), insert the following provision: Place of Performance (OCT 1997) (a) The offeror or respondent, in the performance of any contract resulting from this solicitation, □ intends, □ does not intend [ check applicable block ] to use one or more plants or facilities located at a different address from the address of the offeror or respondent as indicated in this proposal or response to request for information. (b) If the offeror or respondent checks “intends” in paragraph (a) of this provision, it shall insert in the following spaces the required information: Place of performance (street address, city, state, county, zip code) Name and address of owner and operator of the plant or facility if other than offeror or respondent (End of provision) [62 FR 51261, Sept. 30, 1997]
Source: eCFR, 48 CFR 52.215-6 (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-48/section-52.215-6)

Compliance Checklist

(b) If the offeror or respondent checks “intends” in paragraph (a) of this provision, it shall insert in the following spaces the required information: Place of performance (street address, city, state, county, zip code) Name and address of owner and operator of the plant or facility if other than offeror or respondent (End of provision) [62 FR 51261, Sept.

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.

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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.