Common use of Basic Contract Modifications Clause in Contracts

Basic Contract Modifications. The contractor may add or delete equipment or labor categories at any time. However, if the contractor proposes to discontinue an equipment item that has been installed under the contract, it must be maintained for at least one more year in accordance with Section C.2.1.9 (Warranty Service) or as otherwise specified in the order(s). The warranty shall begin at the time the final system acceptance form is signed. The contractor shall propose any contract modifications to the PCO in accordance with the instructions provided to Connections II industry partners. Proposals to modify the contract shall consist of two parts: 1. A cover letter that: a. Includes the contract name and number, the name of the submitting organization, and the date of submission b. Summarizes the proposed change c. Includes a statement addressing the urgency of the request (as needed) d. Includes a statement identifying the benefit to the government of the proposed contract modification e. Includes a statement that submitted files are virus free f. Provides information to demonstrate that new/changed prices are “fair and reasonable.” (A URL to commercially available price information is recommended.) 2. Tables prepared in the Connections II Hosting Center (CNX II HC), in accordance with Section B.3, for each type of Contract Line Item Number (CLIN) affected. All table fields in the database shall be appropriately populated. Prices shall be submitted for evaluation, excluding Associated Government Fee (see Section G.5.2).