What is FAR 52.219-31?

FAR 52.219-31 (Notice of Small Business Reserve.) is a federal acquisition regulation clause that may be included in government contracts. It falls under the small-business category.

When is FAR 52.219-31 required?

FAR 52.219-31 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 52.219-31 flow down to subcontractors?

Whether FAR 52.219-31 flows down depends on the specific clause language and contract type. Review the clause text for flow-down provisions.

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52.219-31 — Notice of Small Business Reserve.

Last updated: 2026-04

Researched by the BidStride Research Team

What This Clause Requires

FAR 52.219-31 — Notice of Small Business Reserve.. 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

52.219-31 Notice of Small Business Reserve. As prescribed in 19.507(g)(1), insert the following provision: Notice of Small Business Reserve (MAR 2020) (a) This solicitation contains a reserve for one or more small business concerns identified at 19.000(a)(3). The small business program eligibility requirements apply. (b) The small business concern(s) eligible for participation in the reserve shall submit one offer that addresses each portion of the solicitation for which it wants to compete. Award of the contract will be based on criteria identified elsewhere in the solicitation. (End of provision) [85 FR 11773, Feb. 27, 2020]
Source: eCFR, 48 CFR 52.219-31 (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-48/section-52.219-31)

Compliance Checklist

(b) The small business concern(s) eligible for participation in the reserve shall submit one offer that addresses each portion of the solicitation for which it wants to compete.

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.