Overview
Section 52.238 is currently designated as "[Reserved]," indicating that there is no active regulatory language or contract clause currently assigned to this specific numerical heading in the Federal Acquisition Regulation.
Key Rules
- Placeholder Function: The "[Reserved]" designation is used to maintain the numerical continuity of the FAR when a section has been deleted, moved, or is being held for future regulatory additions.
- Lack of Legal Requirement: Because the section contains no text, it carries no legal weight and imposes no compliance obligations on contractors or the government.
- Structural Integrity: This allows the FAR to skip a number without disrupting the established hierarchy or the numbering of subsequent sections (e.g., 52.239).
Practical Implications
- Contractors and legal teams can bypass this section during compliance audits, as there are no terms or conditions to evaluate.
- It serves as a signal to acquisition professionals that the gap in numbering is intentional and not an error in the publication or document.