FAR 52.247-8 Estimated Weights or Quantities Not Guaranteed
Clause Federal Acquisition Regulation Apr 1984 version
Facts
- Citation
- FAR 52.247-8
- Type
- Clause
- Current version
- April 1984
- Prescribed in
- FAR 47.207-3(e)(2)
- 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 47.207-3(e)(2), insert the following clause in solicitations and contracts for transportation or for transportation-related services when weights or quantities are estimates:
Estimated Weights or Quantities Not Guaranteed (Apr 1984)
The estimated weights or quantities are not a guarantee of actual weights or quantities, as the Government does not guarantee any particular volume of traffic described in this contract. However, to the extent services are required as described in this contract and in accordance with the terms of this contract, orders for these services will be placed with the Contractor.
(End of clause)
Proposed changes
| Proposed rule | Published | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| Federal Acquisition Regulation: Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul Parts 9, 27, and 47 | Closed Oct 19, 2026No final rule found |
Quick answers
What is FAR 52.247-8?
FAR 52.247-8 is a clause of the Federal Acquisition Regulation, titled "Estimated Weights or Quantities Not Guaranteed".
What is the current version of FAR 52.247-8?
The current version is dated April 1984.
Where is FAR 52.247-8 prescribed?
It is prescribed in FAR 47.207-3(e)(2), Description of shipment, origin, and destination.
Are changes to FAR 52.247-8 proposed?
One proposed change has no final rule yet.
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