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FAR 1.7 is the rule that tells people how to make a fair and honest choice when buying things for the government. It helps keep buying safe and right.
FAR 1.7 is about making smart choices when the rules don’t fit a special situation. It lets the government break or change some rules if it helps the mission and follows the law. Think of it like asking your teacher for permission to do something different because it still gets the job done right. FAR 1.7 gives that kind of special OK. It's used in federal contracting when flexibility is needed to do what’s best.
FAR 1.7 is about honoring promises in government contracts. It says the government must keep its word, just like a person would. If a lead official makes a deal, even by mistake, and someone trusts that deal, the agency may still have to follow through. This helps build trust in government contracting.
A common mistake with FAR 1.7 is ignoring the role of agency procedures. Many forget that FAR 1.701 makes agency rules just as binding as the FAR itself. Another error is not checking if local procedures follow FAR rules—this can lead to compliance problems. Also, beginners often think they can ignore internal guidance if it’s not in the FAR. These slips can cause delays or legal trouble. Always read both FAR and your agency’s policies to stay on track.
<a href="https://learn.cradle2contract.com/made-simple/far-1-1-purpose">FAR 1.1 – Purpose</a><br>
<a href="https://learn.cradle2contract.com/made-simple/far-1-2-administration">FAR 1.2 – Administration</a><br>
<a href="https://learn.cradle2contract.com/made-simple/far-1-3-agency-acquisition-regulations">FAR 1.3 – Agency Acquisition Regulations</a><br>
<a href="https://learn.cradle2contract.com/made-simple/far-1-4-deviations-from-the-far">FAR 1.4 – Deviations from the FAR</a><br>
<a href="https://learn.cradle2contract.com/made-simple/far-1-6-career-development-contracting-authority-and-responsibilities">FAR 1.6 – Career Development, Contracting Authority, and Responsibilities</a><br>