D.C. Mun. Regs. r. 19-4374

Current through Register Vol. 71, No. 33, August 16, 2024

Rule 19-4374 - CONTRACT MODIFICATIONS

4374.1

Only the CCO or other Library contracting officer acting within the scope of their authority shall have the authority to modify Library contracts.

4374.2

The CCO or other Library contracting officer shall have the authority to issue only two types of modifications:

(a) Bilateral; or

(b) Unilateral.

4374.3

A bilateral modification (also called a supplemental agreement) requires the signature of the contractor and the contracting officer and is used to:

(a) Make negotiated equitable adjustments resulting from a change order;

(b) Definitize letter contracts; and

(c) Incorporate other agreements of the parties modifying the terms and conditions of the contract.

4374.4

A unilateral modification requires only the signature of the contracting officer and is used to:

(a) Make administrative changes;

(b) Issue change orders;

(c) Make changes other than changes authorized by the changes clause; and

(d) Issue termination notices.

4374.5

The CCO shall not execute a contract modification that causes or will cause an increase in contract funds without first ensuring that funds are obligated and certified unless:

(a) The modification is subject to the availability of funds;

(b) The limitation of funds or limitation of cost clause is applicable.

4374.6

The CCO shall develop clauses for changes, limitation of funds and limitation of costs to be included in all solicitations and contracts when applicable.

D.C. Mun. Regs. r. 19-4374

Final Rulemaking published at 55 DCR 493 (January 18, 2008)