What is FAR 52.222-15?

FAR 52.222-15 (Certification of Eligibility.) is a federal acquisition regulation clause that may be included in government contracts. It falls under the labor category.

When is FAR 52.222-15 required?

FAR 52.222-15 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 52.222-15 flow down to subcontractors?

Whether FAR 52.222-15 flows down depends on the specific clause language and contract type. Review the clause text for flow-down provisions.

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52.222-15 — Certification of Eligibility.

Last updated: 2026-04

Researched by the BidStride Research Team

What This Clause Requires

FAR 52.222-15 — Certification of Eligibility.. 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

52.222-15 Certification of Eligibility. As prescribed in 22.407(a), insert the following clause: Certification of Eligibility (MAY 2014) (a) By entering into this contract, the Contractor certifies that neither it nor any person or firm who has an interest in the Contractor's firm is a person or firm ineligible to be awarded Government contracts by virtue of 40 U.S.C. 3144(b)(2) or 29 CFR 5.12(a)(1). (b) No part of this contract shall be subcontracted to any person or firm ineligible for award of a Government contract by virtue of 40 U.S.C. 3144(b)(2) or 29 CFR 5.12(a)(1). (c) The penalty for making false statements is prescribed in the U.S. Criminal Code, 18 U.S.C. 1001. (End of clause) [53 FR 4947, Feb. 18, 1988, as amended at 79 FR 24218, Apr. 29, 2014]
Source: eCFR, 48 CFR 52.222-15 (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-48/section-52.222-15)

Compliance Checklist

(b) No part of this contract shall be subcontracted to any person or firm ineligible for award of a Government contract by virtue of 40 U.S.C.

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.