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46 sections with “qualifications”: the first 40

  • FAR 36.603 Collecting data on and appraising firms' qualifications.
    …esponsible for a geographical region or area, or a specialized type of construction. (b) Qualifications data. To be considered for architect-engineer contracts, a firm must file with the appropriate office or board the Standard Form 330, “…
  • FAR 14.404-5 All or none qualifications.
    …ied group, of the items. Bidders shall not be permitted to withdraw or modify all or none qualifications after bid opening since such qualifications are substantive and affect the rights of other bidders.
  • FAR 18.108 Qualifications requirements.
    Agencies may determine not to enforce qualification requirements when an emergency exists. (See 9.206-1.)
  • FAR 47.207-1 Qualifications of offerors.
    (a) Operating authorities. The contracting officer shall insert the clause at 52.247-2, Permits, Authorities, or Franchises, when regulated transportation is involved. The clause need not be used when a Federal office move is intrastate and…
  • FAR 53.209 Contractor qualifications.
  • DFARS 253.209 Contractor qualifications.
  • FAR 36.702 Forms for use in contracting for architect-engineer services.
    …performed in the United States or its outlying areas. (b) The SF 330, Architect-Engineer Qualifications, shall be used to evaluate firms before awarding a contract for architect-engineer services: (1) Use the SF 330, Part I—Contract-Speci…
  • FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions—Commercial Products and Commercial Services.
    …he rate(s) prescribed in the contract for payment for labor that meets the labor category qualifications of a labor category specified in the contract that are— (A) Performed by the contractor; (B) Performed by the subcontractors; or (C)…
  • FAR 52.232-7 Payments under Time-and-Materials and Labor-Hour Contracts.
    …he rate(s) prescribed in the contract for payment for labor that meets the labor category qualifications of a labor category specified in the contract that are— (i) Performed by the Contractor; (ii) Performed by the subcontractors; or (i…
  • DFARS 237.104 Personal services contracts.
    …g and synopsis requirements of FAR part 5. (F) The contracting officer shall provide the qualifications of individuals responding to the notice to the commander of the facility for evaluation and ranking in accordance with agency procedure…
  • FAR 53.236-2 Architect-engineer services (SF's 252 and 330).
    …neer services, as specified in 36.702(a). (b) SF 330 (Rev. JUL 2021), Architect-Engineer Qualifications. SF 330 is prescribed for use in obtaining information from architect-engineer firms regarding their professional qualifications, as sp…
  • DFARS 228.370-1 Definitions.
    …ic aircraft means an aircraft that meets the definition in 49 U.S.C. 40102(a)(41) and the qualifications in 49 U.S.C. 40125. Specifically, a public aircraft means any of the following: (1) An aircraft used only for the Government, except a…
  • DFARS 252.228-7007 Public Aircraft and State Aircraft Operations—Liability.
    …ic aircraft means an aircraft that meets the definition in 49 U.S.C. 40102(a)(41) and the qualifications in 49 U.S.C. 40125. Specifically, a public aircraft means any of the following: (1) An aircraft used only for the Government, except a…
  • FAR 1.201-1 The two councils.
    …— (1) Represent their agencies on a full-time basis; (2) Be selected for their superior qualifications in terms of acquisition experience and demonstrated professional expertise; and (3) Be funded by their respective agencies. (b) The c…
  • FAR 6.303-2 Content.
    …han full and open competition. (5) A demonstration that the proposed contractor's unique qualifications or the nature of the acquisition requires use of the authority cited. (6) A description of efforts made to ensure that offers are soli…
  • FAR 8.405-3 Blanket purchase agreements (BPAs).
    …nical approaches or prices; (C) The administrative costs of BPAs; and (D) The technical qualifications of the schedule contractor(s). (4) BPAs shall address the frequency of ordering, invoicing, discounts, requirements (e.g., estimated q…
  • FAR 8.405-6 Limiting sources.
    …1)(i) and (b)(1)) and, if applicable, a demonstration of the proposed contractor's unique qualifications to provide the required supply or service. (v) A determination by the ordering activity contracting officer that the order represents …
  • FAR 15.102 Oral presentations.
    … to be presented orally and the associated evaluation factors that will be used; (2) The qualifications for personnel that will be required to provide the oral presentation(s); (3) The requirements for, and any limitations and/or prohibit…
  • FAR 15.202 Advisory multi-step process.
    …sed in making the initial evaluation. Information sought may be limited to a statement of qualifications and other appropriate information (e.g., proposed technical concept, past performance, and limited pricing information). At a minimum, …
  • FAR 15.304 Evaluation factors and significant subfactors.
    …ce with solicitation requirements, technical excellence, management capability, personnel qualifications, and prior experience ((10 U.S.C. 3206(c)(1)(A)and 41 U.S.C. 3306(c)(1)(A)). (3)(i) Past performance, except as set forth in paragraph…
  • FAR 15.606-2 Evaluation.
    …ations of these that are integral factors for achieving the proposal objectives; (5) The qualifications, capabilities, and experience of the proposed principal investigator, team leader, or key personnel critical to achieving the proposal …
  • FAR 16.505 Ordering.
    …the supporting rationale, including a demonstration that the proposed contractor's unique qualifications or the nature of the acquisition requires use of the exception cited. If the contracting officer uses the logical follow-on exception, …
  • FAR 16.601 Time-and-materials contracts.
    …he rate(s) prescribed in the contract for payment for labor that meets the labor category qualifications of a labor category specified in the contract that are— (1) Performed by the contractor; (2) Performed by the subcontractors; or (3)…
  • FAR 19.803 Selecting acquisitions for the 8(a) program.
    …d, the request shall also include the following: (i) A participant's capabilities in and qualifications for accomplishing various categories of construction work typically found in North American Industrial Category System subsector 236 (c…
  • FAR 31.205-33 Professional and consultant service costs.
    …ice can be performed more economically by employment rather than by contracting. (7) The qualifications of the individual or concern rendering the service and the customary fee charged, especially on non-Government contracts. (8) Adequacy…
  • FAR 35.007 Solicitations.
    …uent evaluation of an inordinate number of R&D proposals from sources lacking appropriate qualifications is costly and time-consuming to both industry and the Government. Therefore, contracting officers should initially distribute solicitat…
  • FAR 35.017-1 Sponsoring agreements.
    …sidiary of the parent organization in its non-FFRDC operations. Requests for information, qualifications or capabilities can be answered unless otherwise restricted by the sponsor. (5) A delineation of whether or not the FFRDC may accept w…
  • FAR 36.213-3 Invitations for bids.
    …ruction. (7) Information concerning the prebid conference (see 14.207). (8) Any special qualifications or experience requirements that will be considered in determining the responsibility of bidders (see subpart 9.1). (9) Any special ins…
  • FAR 36.303-1 Phase One.
    …i) Technical approach (but not detailed design or technical information); (ii) Technical qualifications, such as— (A) Specialized experience and technical competence; (B) Capability to perform; (C) Past performance of the offeror's team…
  • FAR 36.601-1 Public announcement.
    …vices and negotiate contracts for these services based on the demonstrated competence and qualifications of prospective contractors to perform the services at fair and reasonable prices. (See 40 U.S.C. 1101 et seq.)
  • FAR 36.602-1 Selection criteria.
    (a) Agencies shall evaluate each potential contractor in terms of its— (1) Professional qualifications necessary for satisfactory performance of required services; (2) Specialized experience and technical competence in the type of work re…
  • FAR 36.606 Negotiations.
    …er should discuss this topic with the firm. (e) Because selection of firms is based upon qualifications, the extent of any subcontracting is an important negotiation topic. The clause prescribed at 44.204(b), Subcontractors and Outside Ass…
  • FAR 52.247-29 F.o.b. Origin.
    …here the specified carrier's facilities are available; subject, however, to the following qualifications: (1) If the Contractor's shipping plant is located in the State of Alaska or Hawaii, the Contractor shall deliver the supplies listed …
  • FAR 52.247-31 F.o.b. Origin, Freight Allowed.
    …here the specified carrier's facilities are available; subject, however, to the following qualifications: (1) If the Contractor's shipping plant is located in the State of Alaska or Hawaii, the Contractor shall deliver the supplies listed …
  • FAR 52.247-32 F.o.b. Origin, Freight Prepaid.
    …here the specified carrier's facilities are available; subject, however, to the following qualifications: (1) If the Contractor's shipping plant is located in the State of Alaska or Hawaii, the Contractor shall deliver the supplies listed …
  • FAR 52.248-2 Value Engineering—Architect-Engineer.
    …ring disciplines required to complete the study effort, and evidence of the team leader's qualifications and engineering discipline. Subsequent changes or substitutions to the approved VE team shall be submitted in writing to the Contractin…
  • DFARS 212.301 Solicitation provisions and contract clauses for the acquisition of commercial products and commercial services.
    …lders, as prescribed in 205.470, to comply with 10 U.S.C. 4957. (iv) Part 209—Contractor Qualifications. (A) Use the provision at 252.209-7011, Representation for Restriction on the Use of Certain Institutions of Higher Education, as pres…
  • DFARS 216.500 Scope of subpart.
    … (ii) Contracting officers shall not request additional information related to contractor qualifications, unless it is necessary to determine the most highly qualified contractor for the particular task order or delivery order (10 U.S.C. 34…
  • DFARS 216.505-70 Orders under multiple-award contracts.
    …cedures at 215.371. (b) See PGI 216.505-70 for guidance regarding minimum labor category qualifications for orders issued under multiple-award services contracts.
  • DFARS 217.7103-3 Solicitations for job orders.
    …ement; or (2) Have not previously executed a master agreement, but possess the necessary qualifications to perform the work and agree to execute a master agreement before award of a job order. (b) Follow the procedures at PGI 217.7103-3 w…

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