What is FAR 52.222-20?

FAR 52.222-20 (Contracts for Materials, Supplies, Articles, and Equipment.) is a federal acquisition regulation clause that may be included in government contracts. It falls under the labor category.

When is FAR 52.222-20 required?

FAR 52.222-20 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 52.222-20 flow down to subcontractors?

Whether FAR 52.222-20 flows down depends on the specific clause language and contract type. Review the clause text for flow-down provisions.

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52.222-20 — Contracts for Materials, Supplies, Articles, and Equipment.

Last updated: 2026-04

Researched by the BidStride Research Team

What This Clause Requires

FAR 52.222-20 — Contracts for Materials, Supplies, Articles, and Equipment.. 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

52.222-20 Contracts for Materials, Supplies, Articles, and Equipment. As prescribed in 22.610, insert the following clause in solicitations and contracts: Contracts for Materials, Supplies, Articles, and Equipment (JUN 2020) If this contract is for the manufacture or furnishing of materials, supplies, articles or equipment in an amount that exceeds or may exceed the threshold specified in Federal Acquisition Regulation 22.602 on the date of award of this contract, and is subject to 41 U.S.C. chapter 65, the following terms and conditions apply: (a) All stipulations required by 41 U.S.C. chapter 65 and regulations issued by the Secretary of Labor (41 CFR Chapter 50) are incorporated by reference. These stipulations are subject to all applicable rulings and interpretations of the Secretary of Labor that are now, or may hereafter, be in effect. (b) All employees whose work relates to this contract shall be paid not less than the minimum wage prescribed by regulations issued by the Secretary of Labor (41 CFR 50-202.2). Learners, student learners, apprentices, and workers with disabilities may be employed at less than the prescribed minimum wage (see 41 CFR 50-202.3) to the same extent that such employment is permitted under section 14 of the Fair Labor Standards Act (41 U.S.C. 6508). (End of clause) [79 FR 24218, Apr. 29, 2014, as amended at 85 FR 27095, May 6, 2020]
Source: eCFR, 48 CFR 52.222-20 (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-48/section-52.222-20)

Compliance Checklist

chapter 65, the following terms and conditions apply: (a) All stipulations required by 41 U.S.C.
(b) All employees whose work relates to this contract shall be paid not less than the minimum wage prescribed by regulations issued by the Secretary of Labor (41 CFR 50-202.2).

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.