This subpart (a) gives instructions for using part 52, including the explanation and use of provision and clause numbers, prescriptions, prefaces, and the matrix; (b) prescribes procedures for incorporating, identifying, and modifying provisions and clauses in solicitations and contracts, and for using alternates; and (c) describes the derivation of FAR provisions and clauses.

[48 FR 42478, Sept. 19, 1983; 48 FR 43273, Sept. 22, 1983, as amended at 55 FR 3887, Feb. 5, 1990]