Special warranty clauses whose terms substantially differ from those typically offered by vendors to their customers will likely result in a higher contract price. The decision to include a special warranty provision in a contract is a business decision. However, the CO should consider the standard market practices for each commodity as well as the costs and benefits to FAA when making that decision. COs should be aware of this when drafting contracts. This program provides a means to exchange technical data essential in quality assurance, research, development, design, production, and the operational phase of the life cycle of systems and equipment.
Primary objectives are to improve safety, reliability, quality, and logistics support.
Clause 3.10.4-1 is for use when only contractor inspection is needed. The QRO has no authority to issue directions or enter into agreements which may constitute new assignments of work or change the expressed terms, conditions or specifications of the contract. Please note documentation to be furnished to the QRO as stipulated in the enclosed letter of designation. You are cautioned against accepting oral or written instructions on quality matters from sources other than the Contracting Officer or from the Quality Reliability Officer.