What is FAR 52.241-4?

FAR 52.241-4 (Change in Class of Service.) is a federal acquisition regulation clause that may be included in government contracts. It falls under the general category.

When is FAR 52.241-4 required?

FAR 52.241-4 is typically required when the contracting officer determines it's applicable to the specific procurement. Check the solicitation's Section I for included clauses.

Does FAR 52.241-4 flow down to subcontractors?

Whether FAR 52.241-4 flows down depends on the specific clause language and contract type. Review the clause text for flow-down provisions.

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52.241-4 — Change in Class of Service.

Last updated: 2026-04

Researched by the BidStride Research Team

What This Clause Requires

FAR 52.241-4 — Change in Class of Service.. 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

52.241-4 Change in Class of Service. As prescribed in 41.501(c)(3), insert a clause substantially the same as the following: Change in Class of Service (FEB 1995) (a) In the event of a change in the class of service, such service shall be provided at the Contractor's lowest available rate schedule applicable to the class of service furnished. (b) Where the Contractor does not have on file with the regulatory body approved rate schedules applicable to services provided, no clause in this contract shall preclude the parties from negotiating a rate schedule applicable to the class of service furnished. (End of clause) [59 FR 67023, Dec. 28, 1994]
Source: eCFR, 48 CFR 52.241-4 (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-48/section-52.241-4)

Compliance Checklist

As prescribed in 41.501(c)(3), insert a clause substantially the same as the following: Change in Class of Service (FEB 1995) (a) In the event of a change in the class of service, such service shall be provided at the Contractor's lowest available rate schedule applicable to the class of service furnished.
(b) Where the Contractor does not have on file with the regulatory body approved rate schedules applicable to services provided, no clause in this contract shall preclude the parties from negotiating a rate schedule applicable to the class of service furnished.

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.