D.C. Mun. Regs. r. 27-2308

Current through Register Vol. 71, No. 24, June 14, 2024

Rule 27-2308 - STOP WORK ORDERS

2308.1

A contracting officer may issue a stop-work order, when appropriate, if work stoppage is required to protect the best interests of the District in circumstances such as advancement in the state-of-the-art production, engineering breakthroughs, or realignment of programs.

2308.2

A contracting officer may issue a stop-work order only if it is advisable to suspend work pending the contracting officer's decision regarding continuation of the work and a contract modification providing for the suspension is not feasible.

2308.3

A contracting officer shall not use a stop-work order in place of a termination notice after a decision to terminate has been made.

2308.4

Each stop-work order shall include the following:

(a) A description of the work to be stopped;

(b) Instructions concerning the contractor's issuance of further orders for materials or services;

(c) Guidance to the contractor on action to be taken on any subcontracts; and

(d) Any applicable suggestions to the contractor for minimizing costs.

2308.5

Promptly after issuing the stop-work order, the contracting officer shall discuss the stop-work order with the contractor and may, if necessary, modify the order based on the discussion.

2308.6

As soon as feasible after a stop-work order is issued, but before its expiration, the contracting officer shall take appropriate action to do one (1) of the following:

(a) Terminate the contract;

(b) Cancel the stop-work order; or

(c) If necessary, extend the period of the stop-work order.

D.C. Mun. Regs. r. 27-2308

Final Rulemaking published at 35 DCR 1552 (February 26, 1988)