252.247-7014 Demurrage.
Prescription and Applicability
DFARS Prescription, 247.271-3(c)
(c) for use of schedules.
(b) In addition to designating each ordering activity, as required by the clause at FAR 52.216-18, Ordering, identify by name or position title the individuals authorized to place orders for each activity. When provisions are made for placing oral orders in accordance with FAR 16.504(a)(4)(vii)), document the oral orders in accordance with department or agency instructions.
(c) The clause at 252.247-7014, Demurrage. See additional information at PGI 247.271-3 (c)(1) for demurrage and detention charges.
Current Text
252.247-7014 Demurrage.
As prescribed in 247.271-3(c), use the following clause:
Demurrage (DEC 1991)
The Contractor shall be liable for all demurrage, detention, or other charges as a result of its failure to load or unload trucks, freight cars, freight terminals, vessel piers, or warehouses within the free time allowed under applicable rules and tariffs.
(End of clause)
[56 FR 36479, July 31, 1991, as amended at 75 FR 51419, Aug. 20, 2010; 84 FR 25195, May 31, 2019; 84 FR 30952, June 28, 2019]
Active Class Deviations Affecting This Clause
Class Deviation 2026-O0047, DFARS RFO Implementation (Part 47)
- Status: Active
- Date Issued: 2026-03-16
- Change type: MODIFIED
- Action: Modified by RFO class deviation
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