52.236-4 — Physical Data.
Researched by the BidStride Research Team
What This Clause Requires
FAR 52.236-4 — Physical Data.. 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
52.236-4 Physical Data. As prescribed in 36.504, insert the following clause in solicitations and contracts when a fixed-price construction contract is contemplated and physical data (e.g., test borings, hydrographic, weather conditions data) will be furnished or made available to offerors. All information to be furnished or made available to offerors before award that pertains to the performance of the work should be identified in the clause. When subparagraphs are not applicable they may be deleted. Physical Data (APR 1984) Data and information furnished or referred to below is for the Contractor's information. The Government shall not be responsible for any interpretation of or conclusion drawn from the data or information by the Contractor. (a) The indications of physical conditions on the drawings and in the specifications are the result of site investigations by ____ [ insert a description of investigational methods used, such as surveys, auger borings, core borings, test pits, probings, test tunnels ]. (b) Weather conditions ____ [ insert a summary of weather records and warnings ]. (c) Transportation facilities ____ [ insert a summary of transportation facilities providing access from the site, including information about their availability and limitations ]. (d) ____ [ Insert other pertinent information ]. (End of clause)
Compliance Checklist
- The Government shall not be responsible for any interpretation of or conclusion drawn from the data or information by the Contractor.
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 52.236-4 (Physical Data.) is a federal acquisition regulation clause that may be included in government contracts. It falls under the construction category.
FAR 52.236-4 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 52.236-4 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.