52.233-4 — Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim.
Researched by the BidStride Research Team
What This Clause Requires
FAR 52.233-4 — Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim.. 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
52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim. As prescribed in 33.215(b), insert the following clause: Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim (OCT 2004) United States law will apply to resolve any claim of breach of this contract. (End of clause) [69 FR 59701, Oct. 5, 2004]
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
FAR 52.233-4 (Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim.) is a federal acquisition regulation clause that may be included in government contracts. It falls under the disputes category.
FAR 52.233-4 is typically required when the contracting officer determines it's applicable to the specific procurement. Check the solicitation's Section I for included clauses.
Whether FAR 52.233-4 flows down depends on the specific clause language and contract type. Review the clause text for flow-down provisions.
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.