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FAR 52.236-26 Preconstruction Conference.

The codified text (eCFR, as of 2026-10-02). Under the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul ↗, agencies follow class deviations with new text for many parts while the formal rules go through the Federal Register: check the solicitation and your contract's clauses, which rule.

In plain English

This clause says that if the Contracting Officer decides to hold a preconstruction conference, the successful offeror must attend. The notification will give the date, time, location, whether subcontractors need to attend, and what will be discussed.

Applies to: The successful offeror on a contract that includes this clause

What it requires

  • Attend the preconstruction conference if notified by the Contracting Officer

Key terms: preconstruction conference · successful offeror · Contracting Officer · subcontractors

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The text

As prescribed in 36.522, insert the following clause:

Preconstruction Conference (FEB 1995)

If the Contracting Officer decides to conduct a preconstruction conference, the successful offeror will be notified and will be required to attend. The Contracting Officer's notification will include specific details regarding the date, time, and location of the conference, any need for attendance by subcontractors, and information regarding the items to be discussed.

(End of clause)

Sections it refers to

  • 36.522 Preconstruction conference.

Sections that refer to it

  • 36.522 Preconstruction conference.

← 52.236-25 Requirements for Registration of Designers. · 52.236-27 Site Visit (Construction). →

Rule changes for FAR Part 52

Source: eCFR, 48 CFR chapters 1 and 2 (GPO GovInfo bulk data) ↗. Plain words for the terms: glossary.

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