Use of Government-Assigned Serial Numbers
A contract clause under the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement, placed in Uniform Contract Format Section I (Contract clauses).
When it applies
Required by DFARS 211.274-5(b) in DoD solicitations and contracts (including FAR part 12 commercial) that include 252.211-7003 (IUID) and require the contractor to mark major end items — the contractor uses Government-assigned serial numbers when directed.
Prescription
The DFARS directs use of 252.211-7008 at 211.274-5(b) — read the prescribing section on acquisition.gov →.
Official text
The full, authoritative text of 252.211-7008 is on acquisition.gov: View DFARS 252.211-7008 →
Frequently asked questions
When does DFARS 252.211-7008 apply?
Required by DFARS 211.274-5(b) in DoD solicitations and contracts (including FAR part 12 commercial) that include 252.211-7003 (IUID) and require the contractor to mark major end items — the contractor uses Government-assigned serial numbers when directed.
Where is DFARS 252.211-7008 prescribed?
The DFARS prescribes 252.211-7008 at 211.274-5(b). ArcClause selects it automatically when your acquisition triggers that prescription.
Is DFARS 252.211-7008 a solicitation provision or a contract clause?
252.211-7008, Use of Government-Assigned Serial Numbers, is a contract clause under the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement.
Is DFARS 252.211-7008 incorporated by reference or set out in full text?
252.211-7008 is typically incorporated by reference in the contract.
Where can I read the official text of DFARS 252.211-7008?
The full, authoritative text of 252.211-7008 is published on acquisition.gov.
How do I know which clauses apply to my acquisition?
ArcClause builds a complete FAR/DFARS clause matrix for your acquisition automatically — enter your parameters and it selects every applicable provision and clause, including 252.211-7008 when triggered. It is free to use at https://www.aframesolutions.com/arcclause.
Which clauses does your solicitation need?
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