As prescribed in 46.302-90, insert the following clause:
APR
USE OF COMMERCIAL CONCERNS TO PERFORM INSPECTION OF SERVICES AND FACILITIES (DRMS) (FEB 2010) - DLAD
(a) The Government reserves the right to utilize the services of commercial concerns to perform, or assist in the performance of surveillance, inspections, and/or tests of contractor and/or subcontractor services as provided in the clause INSPECTION OF SERVICES - FIXED PRICE 52.246-4. Such surveillance, inspections and/or tests may include, but shall not be limited to the performance, operations, documentation, and/or records of the contractor or subcontractor that are required in the performance of this contract.
(b) Duly authorized commercial concerns will present a letter of authorization identifying themselves as a representative of the Government prior to surveillance, inspection and/or testing. Such surveillance, inspections and/or tests shall be performed in a manner that will not unduly interfere with contract performance.
(c) These commercial concerns are independent contractors with limited grants of authority. They may not modify or interpret contracts or otherwise act on behalf of the Government or to issue any directions or instructions except as provided in this clause. The Government assumes no liability or responsibility for any actions or inactions of the commercial concerns or their employees, agents, or representatives.
(End of clause)
