Overview
This section establishes the mandatory escalation procedure when a prime contractor disagrees with the findings issued by a support property administrator regarding government property.
Key Rules
- Trigger for Action: Formal non-concurrence by the prime contractor with the findings of a support property administrator.
- Mandatory Referral: The prime property administrator is required to escalate the dispute to the contracting officer.
- Timeline: The referral to the contracting officer must occur immediately upon the contractor's non-concurrence.
Practical Implications
- Dispute Resolution: This rule ensures that property administration disagreements—often occurring at subcontractor locations or remote sites—are formally resolved by the Contracting Officer rather than remaining stagnant at the administrative level.
- Risk Management: Contractors must be prepared to provide clear justification for their non-concurrence, as the matter will move quickly from an administrative finding to a formal review by the Contracting Officer.