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What I meant was in the SF1442 or DD1155 use either POP (e.g. Period of Performance From 01 Jan 2022 To 31 Dec 2022) or Delivery (e.g. Deliver by 31 Dec 2022).

So I was asked for the logic of using POP vs. a Delivery Date for the completion of a construction project. To me, it is a POP since construction falls under the Service arena...thoughts?

So I I had a project where I had similar situation and needed options. I included FAR 52.217-5 and 52.217-7 into a solicitation to incorporate option CLINs…My logic was: “17.200 Scope of subpart. This subpart prescribes policies and procedures for the use of option solicitation provisions and contract clauses. Except as provided in agency regulations, this subpart does not apply to contracts for (a) services involving the construction, alteration, or repair (including dredging, excavating, and painting) of buildings, bridges, roads, or other kinds of real property; (b) architect-engineer services; and (c) research and development services. However, it does not preclude the use of options in those contracts.” (Emphasis on the last sentence!!!). My file was “self-inspected” and basically committee hung their hat on: a) Except as provided in agency regulations, this subpart does not apply to contracts for (a) services involving the construction, alteration, or repair (including dredging, excavating, and painting) of buildings, bridges, roads, or other kinds of real property; (b) architect-engineer services; and (c) research and development services. b) The prescription at 52.217-7 “FAR 17.208(e)” stating that “Insert a clause…in solicitations and contracts, other than those for services, … “ On the brighter side…I made the news around the squadron…was made a poster boy during squadron training…