Actual Subsistence Sample Clauses

The 'Actual Subsistence' clause defines the reimbursement or payment of expenses incurred for basic living needs, such as food and lodging, during the course of performing contractual duties. Typically, this clause specifies that only the actual, reasonable costs incurred by an individual—rather than a fixed per diem—will be covered, often requiring submission of receipts or other proof of expenditure. Its core function is to ensure that individuals are fairly compensated for necessary living expenses while preventing overpayment or abuse by limiting reimbursement to actual costs.