What is FAR 52.222-5?

FAR 52.222-5 (Construction Wage Rate Requirements—Secondary Site of the Work.) is a federal acquisition regulation clause that may be included in government contracts. It falls under the labor category.

When is FAR 52.222-5 required?

FAR 52.222-5 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 52.222-5 flow down to subcontractors?

Whether FAR 52.222-5 flows down depends on the specific clause language and contract type. Review the clause text for flow-down provisions.

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52.222-5 — Construction Wage Rate Requirements—Secondary Site of the Work.

Last updated: 2026-04

Researched by the BidStride Research Team

What This Clause Requires

FAR 52.222-5 — Construction Wage Rate Requirements—Secondary Site of the Work.. 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

52.222-5 Construction Wage Rate Requirements—Secondary Site of the Work. As prescribed in 22.407(h), insert the following provision: Construction Wage Rate Requirements—Secondary Site of the Work (MAY 2014) (a)(1) The offeror shall notify the Government if the offeror intends to perform work at any secondary site of the work, as defined in paragraph (a)(1)(ii) of the FAR clause at 52.222-6, Construction Wage Rate Requirements, of this solicitation. (2) If the offeror is unsure if a planned work site satisfies the criteria for a secondary site of the work, the offeror shall request a determination from the Contracting Officer. (b)(1) If the wage determination provided by the Government for work at the primary site of the work is not applicable to the secondary site of the work, the offeror shall request a wage determination from the Contracting Officer. (2) The due date for receipt of offers will not be extended as a result of an offeror's request for a wage determination for a secondary site of the work. (End of provision) [70 FR 33667, June 8, 2005, as amended at 79 FR 24217, Apr. 29, 2014]
Source: eCFR, 48 CFR 52.222-5 (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-48/section-52.222-5)

Compliance Checklist

As prescribed in 22.407(h), insert the following provision: Construction Wage Rate Requirements—Secondary Site of the Work (MAY 2014) (a)(1) The offeror shall notify the Government if the offeror intends to perform work at any secondary site of the work, as defined in paragraph (a)(1)(ii) of the FAR clause at 52.222-6, Construction Wage Rate Requirements, of this solicitation.
(2) If the offeror is unsure if a planned work site satisfies the criteria for a secondary site of the work, the offeror shall request a determination from the Contracting Officer.
(b)(1) If the wage determination provided by the Government for work at the primary site of the work is not applicable to the secondary site of the work, the offeror shall request a wage determination from the Contracting Officer.

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.