Overview
This section defines the scope of FAR Subpart 42.11, specifying which types of federal contracts are subject to production surveillance and reporting requirements.
Key Rules
- Inclusions: Applies to all contracts for supplies and services.
- Exclusions: Does not apply to construction contracts or Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) contracts.
- Cross-Reference: Directs oversight for service contracts to FAR Part 37, with a specific emphasis on Subpart 37.6 regarding performance-based acquisition surveillance.
Practical Implications
- Contract Administration Offices (CAOs) must implement production surveillance for standard supply and service acquisitions to ensure timely delivery, while exempting construction and schedule-based buys.
- For service contracts, officials must coordinate production surveillance efforts with the performance-monitoring requirements found in FAR Part 37.