What is FAR 52.247-67?

FAR 52.247-67 (Submission of Transportation Documents for Audit.) is a federal acquisition regulation clause that may be included in government contracts. It falls under the transportation category.

When is FAR 52.247-67 required?

FAR 52.247-67 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 52.247-67 flow down to subcontractors?

Whether FAR 52.247-67 flows down depends on the specific clause language and contract type. Review the clause text for flow-down provisions.

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52.247-67 — Submission of Transportation Documents for Audit.

Last updated: 2026-04

Researched by the BidStride Research Team

What This Clause Requires

FAR 52.247-67 — Submission of Transportation Documents for Audit.. 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

52.247-67 Submission of Transportation Documents for Audit. As prescribed in 47.103-2, insert the following clause: Submission of Transportation Documents for Audit (FEB 2006) (a) The Contractor shall submit to the address identified below, for prepayment audit, transportation documents on which the United States will assume freight charges that were paid— (1) By the Contractor under a cost-reimbursement contract; and (2) By a first-tier subcontractor under a cost-reimbursement subcontract thereunder. (b) Cost-reimbursement Contractors shall only submit for audit those bills of lading with freight shipment charges exceeding $100. Bills under $100 shall be retained on-site by the Contractor and made available for on-site audits. This exception only applies to freight shipment bills and is not intended to apply to bills and invoices for any other transportation services. (c) Contractors shall submit the above referenced transportation documents to— [ To be filled in by Contracting Officer ] (End of clause) [71 FR 208, Jan. 3, 2006]
Source: eCFR, 48 CFR 52.247-67 (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-48/section-52.247-67)

Compliance Checklist

As prescribed in 47.103-2, insert the following clause: Submission of Transportation Documents for Audit (FEB 2006) (a) The Contractor shall submit to the address identified below, for prepayment audit, transportation documents on which the United States will assume freight charges that were paid— (1) By the Contractor under a cost-reimbursement contract; and (2) By a first-tier subcontractor under a cost-reimbursement subcontract thereunder.
(b) Cost-reimbursement Contractors shall only submit for audit those bills of lading with freight shipment charges exceeding $100.
Bills under $100 shall be retained on-site by the Contractor and made available for on-site audits.
(c) Contractors shall submit the above referenced transportation documents to— [ To be filled in by Contracting Officer ] (End of clause) [71 FR 208, Jan.

Flow-Down to Subcontractors

Flow-down required

This clause must be included in subcontracts with no subcontractors where the subcontractor will perform work covered by this clause. Typically appears in contract Section Section I.

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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.