Overview
This section prescribes the requirements for including FAR clause 52.236-6, which mandates that contractors provide adequate on-site supervision for construction and demolition projects. It establishes the specific contract types and monetary thresholds that trigger the mandatory or discretionary use of this clause.
Key Rules
- Mandatory Use: The Contracting Officer (CO) must include the clause in fixed-price construction or dismantling, demolition, or removal contracts expected to exceed the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT).
- Discretionary Use: The CO has the option to include the clause in the same types of contracts if the value is at or below the SAT.
- Contract Types: Applies specifically to fixed-price contracts for construction or the removal of improvements.
- Reference Clause: The specific clause to be inserted is FAR 52.236-6, Superintendence by the Contractor.
Practical Implications
- Operational Oversight: Contractors must ensure a competent superintendent is on-site at all times during work performance to represent the contractor and manage subcontractors.
- Compliance for Small Contracts: Even for low-dollar projects below the SAT, contractors should check for this clause, as the government may still choose to require dedicated on-site management.