FAR 52.214-5 - Submission of Bids

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Prescribed in 14.201-6(c)(1)
Effective Date:	1 March 1997
Clause or Provision:	Provision
Provision or Clause Number:	52.214-5 - Submission of Bids
Principle Type And/Or Purpose of Contract:
Required:
Applicable:	Dismantling, Demolition or Removal of Improvements; Communication Services; Leasing of Motor Vehicles; Fixed Price, Construction; Fixed Price, Service; Indefinite Delivery; Transportation; Utility Services
Optional:	Simplified Acquisition Procedures (Excludes Micro-Purchase); Facilities; Time & Material/Labor Hour; Cost Reimbursement, Construction; Cost Reimbursement, Supply; Cost Reimbursement, Service
Subject:	Bid & Proposal
ProcurementType:
Contract Threshold:
Prescription Overview:	Prescription (c) Insert the following provisions in invitations for bids: (1) 52.214-5, Submission of Bids.
Clause Overview:	Provision (a) Bids and bid modifications shall be submitted in sealed envelopes or packages (unless submitted by electronic means)— (1) Addressed to the office specified in the solicitation; and (2) Showing the time and date specified for receipt, the solicitation number, and the name and address of the bidder. (b) Bidders using commercial carrier services shall ensure that the bid is addressed and marked on the outermost envelope or wrapper as prescribed in paragraphs (a)(1) and (2) of this provision when delivered to the office specified in the solicitation. (c) Telegraphic bids will not be considered unless authorized by the solicitation; however, bids may be modified or withdrawn by written or telegraphic notice. (d) Facsimile bids, modifications, or withdrawals, will not be considered unless authorized by the solicitation. (e) Bids submitted by electronic commerce shall be considered only if the electronic commerce method was specifically stipulated or permitted by the solicitation.
Important Notes/Requirements:
Subcontract Threshold:
Incorporated by Reference:	Yes
Uniform Contract Format:	L
Editor:	Marshall

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