52.252-2 — Clauses Incorporated by Reference.
Researched by the BidStride Research Team
What This Clause Requires
FAR 52.252-2 — Clauses Incorporated by Reference.. 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
52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference. As prescribed in 52.107(b), insert the following clause: Clauses Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998) This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es): [ Insert one or more Internet addresses ] (End of clause) [62 FR 64929, Dec. 9, 1997]
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
FAR 52.252-2 (Clauses Incorporated by Reference.) is a federal acquisition regulation clause that may be included in government contracts. It falls under the solicitation-provisions category.
FAR 52.252-2 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 52.252-2 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.