What is FAR 52.241-1?

FAR 52.241-1 (Electric Service Territory Compliance Representation.) is a federal acquisition regulation clause that may be included in government contracts. It falls under the general category.

When is FAR 52.241-1 required?

FAR 52.241-1 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 52.241-1 flow down to subcontractors?

Whether FAR 52.241-1 flows down depends on the specific clause language and contract type. Review the clause text for flow-down provisions.

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52.241-1 — Electric Service Territory Compliance Representation.

Last updated: 2026-04

Researched by the BidStride Research Team

What This Clause Requires

FAR 52.241-1 — Electric Service Territory Compliance Representation.. 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

52.241-1 Electric Service Territory Compliance Representation. As prescribed in 41.501(b), insert a provision substantially the same as the following: Electric Service Territory Compliance Representation (MAY 1999) (a) Section 8093 of Public Law 100-202 generally requires purchases of electricity by any department, agency, or instrumentality of the United States to be consistent with State law governing the provision of electric utility service, including State utility commission rulings and electric utility franchises or service territories established pursuant to State statute, State regulation, or State-approved territorial agreements. (b) By signing this offer, the offeror represents that this offer to sell electricity is consistent with Section 8093 of Public Law 100-202. (c) Upon request of the Contracting Officer, the offeror shall submit supporting legal and factual rationale for this representation. (End of provision) [64 FR 10534, Mar. 4, 1999]
Source: eCFR, 48 CFR 52.241-1 (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-48/section-52.241-1)

Compliance Checklist

As prescribed in 41.501(b), insert a provision substantially the same as the following: Electric Service Territory Compliance Representation (MAY 1999) (a) Section 8093 of Public Law 100-202 generally requires purchases of electricity by any department, agency, or instrumentality of the United States to be consistent with State law governing the provision of electric utility service, including State utility commission rulings and electric utility franchises or service territories established pursuant to State statute, State regulation, or State-approved territorial agreements.
(c) Upon request of the Contracting Officer, the offeror shall submit supporting legal and factual rationale for this representation.

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.