As prescribed in 16.506(90), insert the following clause:
ADDITION/DELETION OF ITEMS (AUG 2005)- DLAD
(a) The Government reserves the right to unilaterally delete items that were available from only one manufacturer at the time of award if an alternate source of supply becomes available or the Government’s requirements are modified to provide for full and open competition. The Government will provide a 30 day advance notice to the contractor prior to deleting any item from the contract.
(b) New items may be added to the contract through bilateral modification with negotiated prices. All new requirements are subject to synopsis prior to addition to the contract.
(c) Discontinued Items:
(1) The contractor agrees to provide the Government with immediate, written notification when an item is to be discontinued by the manufacturer, including a recommendation for any potential substitute or replacement items. If the Government elects to include a substitute or replacement item in the contract, the contract will be modified accordingly.
(2) If an item is discontinued without replacement, the notice should include a recommendation concerning the availability of items that are comparable in form, fit, and function. The contractor shall not incur any costs related to alternate sources of supply without the express written approval of the Contracting Officer. The Government has the option to make a last time order, or series of orders, within 30 days after receiving written notification of the discontinued item after which the item will be deleted from the contract. The contractor shall honor any last time order unless it is returned to the ordering office within 10 days after issuance, with written notice stating the full quantity is not available for shipment. The terms of such order(s) will be negotiated by the parties, including changes to the delivery schedule and maximum quantity available for shipment.
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