What is FAR 52.237-2?

FAR 52.237-2 (Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment, and Vegetation.) is a federal acquisition regulation clause that may be included in government contracts. It falls under the services category.

When is FAR 52.237-2 required?

FAR 52.237-2 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 52.237-2 flow down to subcontractors?

Whether FAR 52.237-2 flows down depends on the specific clause language and contract type. Review the clause text for flow-down provisions.

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52.237-2 — Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment, and Vegetation.

Last updated: 2026-04

Researched by the BidStride Research Team

What This Clause Requires

FAR 52.237-2 — Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment, and Vegetation.. 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

52.237-2 Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment, and Vegetation. As prescribed in 37.110(b), insert the following clause in solicitations and contracts for services to be performed on Government installations, unless a construction contract is contemplated: Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment, and Vegetation (APR 1984) The Contractor shall use reasonable care to avoid damaging existing buildings, equipment, and vegetation on the Government installation. If the Contractor's failure to use reasonable care causes damage to any of this property, the Contractor shall replace or repair the damage at no expense to the Government as the Contracting Officer directs. If the Contractor fails or refuses to make such repair or replacement, the Contractor shall be liable for the cost, which may be deducted from the contract price. (End of clause)
Source: eCFR, 48 CFR 52.237-2 (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-48/section-52.237-2)

Compliance Checklist

As prescribed in 37.110(b), insert the following clause in solicitations and contracts for services to be performed on Government installations, unless a construction contract is contemplated: Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment, and Vegetation (APR 1984) The Contractor shall use reasonable care to avoid damaging existing buildings, equipment, and vegetation on the Government installation.
If the Contractor's failure to use reasonable care causes damage to any of this property, the Contractor shall replace or repair the damage at no expense to the Government as the Contracting Officer directs.
If the Contractor fails or refuses to make such repair or replacement, the Contractor shall be liable for the cost, which may be deducted from the contract price.

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.