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section53.216

Types of contracts

Overview

This section prescribes the use of Optional Form 347 (OF 347) for placing delivery orders and task orders against existing indefinite delivery contracts and basic ordering agreements.

Key Rules

  • Form Designation: Optional Form 347 (OF 347), titled "Order for Supplies or Services," is the standard form identified for these actions.
  • Applicability: The form is used for orders placed under indefinite delivery contracts and basic ordering agreements (BOAs) per FAR 16.703(d)(2)(i).
  • Agency Flexibility: While OF 347 is prescribed, agencies are permitted to use their own approved agency-specific forms for these purposes.
  • Cross-Reference: This section aligns with the simplified acquisition procedures prescribed in FAR 53.213(f).

Practical Implications

  • Contracting officers use this standardized form to efficiently execute individual transactions under broader, pre-established contract vehicles without renegotiating master terms.
  • It provides a consistent administrative format for tracking obligations and deliverables at the order level.

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