Overview
This section defines the applicability of Subpart 36.5, identifying the specific types of federal contracts that must include the provisions and clauses prescribed within this subpart. It ensures that construction and demolition projects are governed by a standardized set of legal requirements.
Key Rules
- Applicability: The subpart specifically applies to solicitations and contracts for construction services.
- Demolition and Removal: It extends to contracts involving the dismantling, demolition, or removal of improvements.
- Cumulative Requirements: Contracting officers are mandated to use these clauses in addition to any other FAR-prescribed clauses that meet general applicability criteria.
- Integration: It serves as a directive to ensure that specialized construction language is integrated with broader federal procurement regulations.
Practical Implications
- Contracting officers must perform a dual-check to ensure they include both construction-specific clauses from Part 36 and general FAR clauses (such as those for labor standards or small business) applicable to the specific dollar value or project type.
- Contractors bidding on demolition or removal work should expect the same level of regulatory rigor and standard clause inclusion as those performing new construction.