Overview
FAR Subpart 42.14 is currently designated as "[Reserved]." In the Federal Acquisition Regulation, this indicates that the subpart either previously contained regulations that have been deleted/relocated or is being held as a placeholder for future regulatory content.
Key Rules
- No Active Regulations: There are currently no regulatory requirements, clauses, or prescriptions contained within this subpart.
- Historical Context: This subpart formerly governed "Traffic and Transportation Management." These functions were largely consolidated or moved to FAR Part 47 (Transportation) to streamline contract administration.
- Structural Placeholder: The use of "[Reserved]" allows the FAR to maintain its numerical structure without renumbering subsequent subparts when a section is removed.
Responsibilities
- Contracting Officers (COs): There are no specific duties assigned under this subpart. COs looking for transportation-related administration guidance should refer to FAR Part 47.
- Contractors: There are no compliance or reporting requirements triggered by this subpart.
- Administrative Agencies: Agencies (such as DCMA) do not have delegated authority under this specific subpart due to its reserved status.
Practical Implications
- Search Redirection: If a legacy contract or older piece of guidance refers to FAR 42.14, practitioners must recognize that the relevant guidance has likely moved to FAR Part 47 (Transportation) or FAR 42.302 (Contract Administration Functions).
- Regulatory Cleanup: The "Reserved" status is a result of federal efforts to reduce redundancy in the FAR. Users should ensure they are using the most current version of the FAR to avoid searching for non-existent text in this section.
- Audit & Compliance: During an audit, this subpart will never be cited as a source of authority for a finding, as it contains no enforceable language.