Restriction on the Acquisition of Certain Magnets, Tantalum, and Tungsten
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 225.7018-5 in DoD supply solicitations and contracts over SAT (including FAR part 12) — restricts samarium-cobalt/neodymium-iron-boron magnets, tantalum, and tungsten from covered countries.
Prescription
The DFARS directs use of 252.225-7052 at 225.7018-5 — read the prescribing section on acquisition.gov →.
Official text
The full, authoritative text of 252.225-7052 is on acquisition.gov: View DFARS 252.225-7052 →
Frequently asked questions
When does DFARS 252.225-7052 apply?
Required by DFARS 225.7018-5 in DoD supply solicitations and contracts over SAT (including FAR part 12) — restricts samarium-cobalt/neodymium-iron-boron magnets, tantalum, and tungsten from covered countries.
Where is DFARS 252.225-7052 prescribed?
The DFARS prescribes 252.225-7052 at 225.7018-5. ArcClause selects it automatically when your acquisition triggers that prescription.
Is DFARS 252.225-7052 a solicitation provision or a contract clause?
252.225-7052, Restriction on the Acquisition of Certain Magnets, Tantalum, and Tungsten, is a contract clause under the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement.
Is DFARS 252.225-7052 incorporated by reference or set out in full text?
252.225-7052 is typically incorporated by reference in the contract.
Where can I read the official text of DFARS 252.225-7052?
The full, authoritative text of 252.225-7052 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 252.225-7052 when triggered. It is free to use at https://www.aframesolutions.com/arcclause.
Which clauses does your solicitation need?
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