FAR 52.237-2 Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment, and Vegetation
Clause Federal Acquisition Regulation Apr 1984 version
Facts
- Citation
- FAR 52.237-2
- Type
- Clause
- Current version
- April 1984
- Prescribed in
- FAR 37.110(b)
- Proposed changes
- 1
- Text as of
- FAC 2026-01
- Official text
- acquisition.gov
Text from acquisition.gov. Federal Register history from the Federal Register's records of the rules that amended this clause.
Text
As prescribed in 37.110(b), insert the following clause in solicitations and contracts for services to be performed on Government installations, unless a construction contract is contemplated:
Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment, and Vegetation (Apr 1984)
The Contractor shall use reasonable care to avoid damaging existing buildings, equipment, and vegetation on the Government installation. If the Contractor’s failure to use reasonable care causes damage to any of this property, the Contractor shall replace or repair the damage at no expense to the Government as the Contracting Officer directs. If the Contractor fails or refuses to make such repair or replacement, the Contractor shall be liable for the cost, which may be deducted from the contract price.
(End of clause)
Proposed changes
| Proposed rule | Published | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| Federal Acquisition Regulation: Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul Parts 6, 7, 10, 18, 26, 37, and 41 | Closed Jul 23, 2026No final rule found |
Quick answers
What is FAR 52.237-2?
FAR 52.237-2 is a clause of the Federal Acquisition Regulation, titled "Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment, and Vegetation".
What is the current version of FAR 52.237-2?
The current version is dated April 1984.
Where is FAR 52.237-2 prescribed?
It is prescribed in FAR 37.110(b), Solicitation provisions and contract clauses.
Are changes to FAR 52.237-2 proposed?
One proposed change has no final rule yet.
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