Overview
This section provides specific definitions for "general freight" and "office furniture" to establish clear categories for transportable property under FAR Subpart 47.2.
Key Rules
- General Freight: Defined by exclusion; it encompasses all supplies, goods, and transportable property that do not meet the criteria for "household goods" or "office furniture."
- Office Furniture: A broad category including furniture, equipment, fixtures, and records used in various government establishments, such as offices and hospitals.
- Contextual Application: These definitions are intended specifically for use within the subpart governing contracts for transportation or transportation-related services.
Practical Implications
- Contracting Officers must correctly classify the property being transported to ensure the appropriate solicitation provisions and specialized carrier requirements are applied.
- The broad definition of "office furniture" means that transporting hospital equipment or agency records requires the same regulatory considerations as moving standard office desks and chairs.