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252.239-7012 Title to telecommunication facilities and equipment.

Prescription and Applicability

DFARS Prescription, 239.7411(b)

(b) Use the following clauses in solicitations, contracts, and basic agreements for telecommunications services when the acquisition includes or may include special construction. Modify the clauses only if necessary to meet the requirements of a governmental regulatory agency--
(1) 252.239-7011 , Special Construction and Equipment Charges; and
(2) 252.239-7012 , Title to Telecommunication Facilities and Equipment.

Current Text

252.239-7012 Title to telecommunication facilities and equipment.

As prescribed in 239.7411(b), use the following clause:

Title to Telecommunication Facilities and Equipment (DEC 1991)

(a) Title to all Contractor furnished facilities and equipment used under this agreement/contract shall remain with the Contractor even if the Government paid the costs of constructing the facilities or equipment. A mutually accepted communications service authorization may provide for exceptions.

(b) The Contractor shall operate and maintain all telecommunication facilities and equipment used under this agreement/contract whether the Government or the Contractor has title.

(End of clause)

Active Class Deviations Affecting This Clause

Class Deviation 2026-O0024, DFARS RFO Implementation (Part 39)

  • Status: Active
  • Date Issued: 2026-02-01
  • Change type: MODIFIED
  • Action: Modified by RFO class deviation

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