52.247-2 — Permits, Authorities, or Franchises.
Researched by the BidStride Research Team
What This Clause Requires
FAR 52.247-2 — Permits, Authorities, or Franchises.. 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
52.247-2 Permits, Authorities, or Franchises. As prescribed in 47.207-1(a), insert the following clause: Permits, Authorities, or Franchises (JAN 1997) (a) The offeror does □, does not □, hold authorization from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) or other cognizant regulatory body. If authorization is held, it is as follows: (Name of regulatory body) (Authorization No.) (b) The offeror shall furnish to the Government, if requested, copies of the authorization before moving the material under any contract awarded. In addition, the offeror shall, at the offeror's expense, obtain and maintain any permits, franchises, licenses, and other authorities issued by State and local governments. (End of clause) [48 FR 42478, Sept. 19, 1983, as amended at 62 FR 240, Jan. 2, 1997]
Compliance Checklist
- If authorization is held, it is as follows: (Name of regulatory body) (Authorization No.) (b) The offeror shall furnish to the Government, if requested, copies of the authorization before moving the material under any contract awarded.
- In addition, the offeror shall, at the offeror's expense, obtain and maintain any permits, franchises, licenses, and other authorities issued by State and local governments.
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 52.247-2 (Permits, Authorities, or Franchises.) is a federal acquisition regulation clause that may be included in government contracts. It falls under the transportation category.
FAR 52.247-2 is typically required when the contracting officer determines it's applicable to the specific procurement. Check the solicitation's Section I for included clauses.
Whether FAR 52.247-2 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.