What is FAR 52.247-4?

FAR 52.247-4 (Inspection of Shipping and Receiving Facilities.) is a federal acquisition regulation clause that may be included in government contracts. It falls under the transportation category.

When is FAR 52.247-4 required?

FAR 52.247-4 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 52.247-4 flow down to subcontractors?

Whether FAR 52.247-4 flows down depends on the specific clause language and contract type. Review the clause text for flow-down provisions.

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52.247-4 — Inspection of Shipping and Receiving Facilities.

Last updated: 2026-04

Researched by the BidStride Research Team

What This Clause Requires

FAR 52.247-4 — Inspection of Shipping and Receiving Facilities.. 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

52.247-4 Inspection of Shipping and Receiving Facilities. As prescribed in 47.207-1(c), insert the following provision in solicitations for transportation or for transportation-related services when it is desired for offerors to inspect the shipping, receiving, or other sites to ensure realistic bids: Inspection of Shipping and Receiving Facilities (APR 1984) (a) Offerors are urged to inspect the shipping and receiving facilities where services are to be performed and to satisfy themselves regarding all general and local conditions that may affect the cost of contract performance. (b) Site visits have been scheduled as follows: (locations) (dates) (times) (c) For further information offerors may contact: (name) (telephone) (End of provision)
Source: eCFR, 48 CFR 52.247-4 (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-48/section-52.247-4)

Compliance Checklist

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

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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.