Overview
FAR 4.1002 defines the scope of Subpart 4.10 by listing the specific procurement instruments and subsequent actions that must adhere to standardized line item and data identification policies.
Key Rules
- Broad Scope: The policies apply to solicitations, contracts, purchase orders, and task or delivery orders.
- Specific Vehicles: Coverage explicitly includes Governmentwide acquisition contracts (GWACs), multi-agency contracts (MACs), Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) contracts, and indefinite-delivery contracts.
- Agreements: Only applies to agreements (such as BPAs) if they include pre-priced supplies or services.
- Lifecycle Coverage: The rules extend beyond the basic award to include all amendments, modifications, and change orders associated with these instruments.
Practical Implications
- Contracting officers must ensure that line item structures remain consistent and traceable from the initial solicitation through final contract closeout, regardless of the contract type.
- This standardization facilitates accurate data reporting and financial tracking across various government-wide systems by ensuring all modifications and orders follow the same identification logic as the base contract.