# Subpart 552.1 - Instructions for Using Provisions and Clauses

## 552.101 [Reserved]

### 552.101-70 Using Part 552.

1. (a) Definition. “Clause,” as used in this subpart, means provision or clause as defined in FAR 52.101(a).

2. (b) Numbering.

   1. (1) Clauses which are “substantially” the same as FAR clauses and clauses to be used instead of FAR clauses are identified as follows:

      1. (i) The clause has the same title as a clause in the FAR.

      2. (ii) The number 5 precedes the clause.

      3. (iii) The clause appears under the same subsection number and caption as in the FAR.

   2. (2) Supplemental clauses are numbered in the same manner as the FAR, except:

      1. (i) The chapter number precedes the clause.

      2. (ii) The subsection numbers begin with 70.

      3. (iii) The clauses are sequentially numbered, e.g., 552.232-70, 552.232-71, etc.

3. (c) Matrixes. Matrixes provide a guide to locating clauses. Matrixes are included for:

   1. (1) Simplified acquisitions.

   2. (2) Supply, service, construction, and architect-engineer solicitations and contracts.

   3. (3) FAR and GSAR clauses for utility contracts (sole-supplier-regulated rates).

   4. (4) Leases of real property.

4. (d) Individuals drafting solicitations must research pertinent regulations or make other determinations to ensure that:

   1. (1) The clauses selected fit the procurement.

   2. (2) There are no restrictions on their use.

   3. (3) When one clause depends on the use of another clause, the solicitation includes all necessary clauses.

## 552.102 Incorporating provisions and clauses.

You may incorporate clauses prescribed in the GSAR for solicitations and contracts by reference.

## 552.103 Identification of provisions and clauses.

Deviations. If the GSAR prescribes a class deviation from a FAR clause, identify the clause by the GSAR citation (e.g., Prompt Payment Discount (Nov 1987) (Deviation FAR 52.232-8)).

## 552.104 Procedures for modifying and completing provisions and clauses.

1. (a) The procedures in FAR 52.104 apply when you modify or complete a GSAR provision or clause. Provisions and clauses shall not be modified unless the GSAR authorizes their modification.

2. (b) You do not need to identify modifications of clauses which result from negotiations unless you issue an amendment to the solicitation.

3. (c) In general, you should modify FAR or GSAR clauses only for individual cases. If a contracting activity develops a modification for repeated use, furnish a copy to the Office of GSA Acquisition Policy (MV) for potential inclusion in the GSAR.

## 552.105 Procedures for using alternates.

The procedures in FAR 52.105 apply to GSAR part 552.

## 552.107 [Reserved]

### 552.107-70 Provisions and clauses prescribed in .

1. (a) Insert the provision at 552.252-5, Authorized Deviations in Provisions, in solicitations that include any FAR or GSAR clause with an authorized deviation. You must use this provision in lieu of the FAR provision at 52.252-5.

2. (b) Insert the clause at 552.252-6, Authorized Deviations in Clauses, in solicitations and contracts that include any FAR or GSAR clause with an authorized deviation. You must use this clause in lieu of the FAR clause at 52.252-6.