Modifications

Contract Modifications & Changes

Contract modifications are changes to existing contracts that may alter scope, price, delivery, or other terms. Understanding the different types of modifications, equitable adjustments, and claims processes is essential for managing contract changes effectively.

Key Topics

Unilateral vs. bilateral modifications
Change orders and constructive changes
Equitable adjustments and pricing
Requests for Equitable Adjustment (REAs)
Contract claims under the Disputes Act
Cardinal changes doctrine
Supplemental agreements
Value engineering change proposals

Key References

FAR Part 43
Contract Modifications
FAR 52.243-1
Changes - Fixed Price
FAR 52.243-2
Changes - Cost Reimbursement
FAR 33.2
Disputes and Appeals
41 USC 7103
Contract Disputes Act
FAR 48
Value Engineering

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