What is FAR 52.232-19?

FAR 52.232-19 (Availability of Funds for the Next Fiscal Year.) is a federal acquisition regulation clause that may be included in government contracts. It falls under the payment category.

When is FAR 52.232-19 required?

FAR 52.232-19 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 52.232-19 flow down to subcontractors?

Whether FAR 52.232-19 flows down depends on the specific clause language and contract type. Review the clause text for flow-down provisions.

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52.232-19 — Availability of Funds for the Next Fiscal Year.

Last updated: 2026-04

Researched by the BidStride Research Team

What This Clause Requires

FAR 52.232-19 — Availability of Funds for the Next Fiscal Year.. 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

52.232-19 Availability of Funds for the Next Fiscal Year. As prescribed in 32.706-1(b), insert the following clause: Availability of Funds for the Next Fiscal Year (APR 1984) Funds are not presently available for performance under this contract beyond ____. The Government's obligation for performance of this contract beyond that date is contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds from which payment for contract purposes can be made. No legal liability on the part of the Government for any payment may arise for performance under this contract beyond ____, until funds are made available to the Contracting Officer for performance and until the Contractor receives notice of availability, to be confirmed in writing by the Contracting Officer. (End of clause) [48 FR 42478, Sept. 19, 1983, as amended at 78 FR 37689, June 21, 2013]
Source: eCFR, 48 CFR 52.232-19 (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-48/section-52.232-19)

Compliance Checklist

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.