# 1228.106-7101 Exception.

A performance and payment bond for the contracts described under 1228.106-7100 may be advantageous in view of unusual circumstances arising in connection with such contracts. Requests for the authority to include the requirement for either a performance or payment bond, or both in the contracts described under 1228.106-7100 shall be submitted by the contracting officer to the HCA, before a solicitation is issued.