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  "node_id": "us-far-part-36-construction-architect-engineer-contracts",
  "title": "FAR Part 36 - Construction and Architect-Engineer Contracts (Including Qualifications-Based Selection)",
  "domain": "Public Sector & Government Procurement",
  "version": "1.0.0",
  "last_updated": "2026-06-01",
  "bluf": "Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 36 prescribes specialised acquisition procedures for federal construction and architect-engineer (A-E) contracts that modify the standard FAR competition framework: Subpart 36.1 establishes general provisions including 36.201 (past performance evaluation per 42.1502(e) for construction contracts) and 36.204 (solicitations must state project magnitude using physical characteristics and price ranges such as USD 25,000 to USD 100,000 without disclosing the Government estimate); Subpart 36.2 contains special procedures for sealed bidding in construction (presolicitation notices for projects exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold, sufficient bid preparation time, written notices of award); Subpart 36.3 governs two-phase design-build selection procedures - the contracting officer must determine appropriateness under 36.301 considering anticipated competition (3+ offers), design expense, project definition adequacy, schedule constraints, contractor capability, and agency capacity to manage; Subpart 36.6 implements the qualifications-based selection (QBS) mandate of the Brooks Act (40 USC chapter 11) for architect-engineer services - 36.601 requires public announcement of A-E requirements and selection based on demonstrated competence and qualifications at fair and reasonable prices (this constitutes a competitive procedure under FAR 6.102(d)(1)), 36.602 requires evaluation boards to assess firms on professional qualifications, specialised experience, capacity, past performance, and geographic location, holding discussions with at least three highly qualified firms regarding concepts and alternative methods. Negotiations proceed in order of board preference.",
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