CFR > Title 41 - Public Contracts and Property Management > SUBTITLE C—Federal Property Management Regulations System > CHAPTER 102—FEDERAL MANAGEMENT REGULATION (parts 102 to 102-197) > SUBCHAPTER D—TRANSPORTATION (parts 102-116 to 102-119) > PART 102-117—TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT > SUBPART B—Acquiring Transportation or Related Services (§102-117.30 to §102-117.95) > 102-117.50—What are the advantages and disadvantages of contracting directly with a TSP under the FAR?

102-117.50—What are the advantages and disadvantages of contracting directly with a TSP under the FAR?

(a) The FAR is an advantage to use when:
(1) You ship consistent volumes in consistent traffic lanes;
(2) You have sufficient time to follow FAR contracting procedures; and
(3) Your contract office is able to handle the requirement.
(b) The FAR may be a disadvantage when you:
(1) Cannot prepare and execute a FAR contract within your time frame;
(2) Have recurring shipments between designated places, but do not expect sufficient volume to obtain favorable rates; or
(3) Do not have the manpower to monitor quality control and administer a contract.

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[65 FR 60061, Oct. 6, 2000, as amended at 75 FR 51393, Aug. 20, 2010]