FAR 16.502 — Definite-quantity contracts
Regulatory text. Not legal advice.
(a)
(a) Description. A definite-quantity contract provides for delivery of a definite quantity of specific supplies or services for a fixed period, with deliveries or performance to be scheduled at designated locations upon order.
(b)
(b) Application. A definite-quantity contract may be used when it can be determined in advance that (1) a definite quantity of supplies or services will be required during the contract period and (2) the supplies or services are regularly available or will be available after a short lead time.
Citation history: [48 FR 42219, Sept. 19, 1983, as amended at 60 FR 49725, Sept. 26, 1995]
Source: eCFR • Pulled 2026-04-16