What is FAR 52.247-23?

FAR 52.247-23 (Contractor Liability for Loss of and/or Damage to Household Goods.) is a federal acquisition regulation clause that may be included in government contracts. It falls under the transportation category.

When is FAR 52.247-23 required?

FAR 52.247-23 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 52.247-23 flow down to subcontractors?

Whether FAR 52.247-23 flows down depends on the specific clause language and contract type. Review the clause text for flow-down provisions.

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52.247-23 — Contractor Liability for Loss of and/or Damage to Household Goods.

Last updated: 2026-04

Researched by the BidStride Research Team

What This Clause Requires

FAR 52.247-23 — Contractor Liability for Loss of and/or Damage to Household Goods.. 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

52.247-23 Contractor Liability for Loss of and/or Damage to Household Goods. As prescribed in 47.207-7(e), insert the following clause: Contractor Liability for Loss of and/or Damage to Household Goods (JAN 1991) (a) Except when loss and/or damage arise out of causes beyond the control and without the fault or negligence of the Contractor, the Contractor shall be liable to the owner for the loss of and/or damage to any article while being— (1) Packed, picked up, loaded, transported, delivered, unloaded, or unpacked; (2) Stored in transit; or (3) Serviced (appliances, etc.) by a third person hired by the Contractor to perform the servicing. (b) The Contractor shall be liable for loss and/or damage discovered by the owner if written notice of such loss and/or damage is dispatched to the Contractor not later than 75 days following the date of delivery. (c) The Contractor shall indemnify the owner of the goods at a rate of ___ cents per pound per article. (End of clause) [48 FR 42478, Sept. 19, 1983, as amended at 55 FR 52800, Dec. 21, 1990]
Source: eCFR, 48 CFR 52.247-23 (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-48/section-52.247-23)

Compliance Checklist

As prescribed in 47.207-7(e), insert the following clause: Contractor Liability for Loss of and/or Damage to Household Goods (JAN 1991) (a) Except when loss and/or damage arise out of causes beyond the control and without the fault or negligence of the Contractor, the Contractor shall be liable to the owner for the loss of and/or damage to any article while being— (1) Packed, picked up, loaded, transported, delivered, unloaded, or unpacked; (2) Stored in transit; or (3) Serviced (appliances, etc.) by a third person hired by the Contractor to perform the servicing.
(b) The Contractor shall be liable for loss and/or damage discovered by the owner if written notice of such loss and/or damage is dispatched to the Contractor not later than 75 days following the date of delivery.
(c) The Contractor shall indemnify the owner of the goods at a rate of ___ cents per pound per article.

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.