Overview
This section mandates the inclusion of a specific instructional provision in construction solicitations when the government uses negotiated procurement procedures instead of sealed bidding.
Key Rules
- Mandatory Provision: The contracting officer is required to insert the provision at FAR 52.236-28, Preparation of Offers—Construction.
- Applicability: This requirement applies specifically to construction solicitations.
- Condition of Use: The provision must be used when the agency is "contracting by negotiation" (FAR Part 15) rather than using sealed bidding (FAR Part 14).
Practical Implications
- Standardization: This ensures that offerors receive consistent instructions on how to format, price, and submit their proposals for negotiated construction projects.
- Compliance: Contracting officers must verify this provision is included in Request for Proposals (RFPs) to avoid procedural errors in the solicitation process.