What is FAR 52.232-3?

FAR 52.232-3 (Payments Under Personal Services Contracts.) is a federal acquisition regulation clause that may be included in government contracts. It falls under the payment category.

When is FAR 52.232-3 required?

FAR 52.232-3 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 52.232-3 flow down to subcontractors?

Whether FAR 52.232-3 flows down depends on the specific clause language and contract type. Review the clause text for flow-down provisions.

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52.232-3 — Payments Under Personal Services Contracts.

Last updated: 2026-04

Researched by the BidStride Research Team

What This Clause Requires

FAR 52.232-3 — Payments Under Personal Services Contracts.. 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

52.232-3 Payments Under Personal Services Contracts. As prescribed in 32.111(a)(3), insert the following clause, appropriately modified with respect to payment due dates in accordance with agency regulations, in solicitations and contracts for personal services: Payments Under Personal Services Contracts (APR 1984) The Government shall pay the Contractor for the services performed by the Contractor, as set forth in the Schedule of this contract, at the rates prescribed, upon the submission by the Contractor of proper invoices or time statements to the office or officer designated and at the time provided for in this contract. The Government shall also pay the Contractor (a) a per diem rate in lieu of subsistence for each day the Contractor is in a travel status away from home or regular place of employment in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations (41 CFR 101-7) as authorized in appropriate Travel Orders; and (b) any other transportation expenses if provided for in the Schedule. (End of clause)
Source: eCFR, 48 CFR 52.232-3 (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-48/section-52.232-3)

Compliance Checklist

As prescribed in 32.111(a)(3), insert the following clause, appropriately modified with respect to payment due dates in accordance with agency regulations, in solicitations and contracts for personal services: Payments Under Personal Services Contracts (APR 1984) The Government shall pay the Contractor for the services performed by the Contractor, as set forth in the Schedule of this contract, at the rates prescribed, upon the submission by the Contractor of proper invoices or time statements to the office or officer designated and at the time provided for in this contract.
The Government shall also pay the Contractor (a) a per diem rate in lieu of subsistence for each day the Contractor is in a travel status away from home or regular place of employment in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations (41 CFR 101-7) as authorized in appropriate Travel Orders; and (b) any other transportation expenses if provided for in the Schedule.

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.