14.202-2  Telegraphic bids.

(a)  Telegraphic bids and mailgrams shall be authorized only when-

(1)  The date for the opening of bids will not allow bidders sufficient time to submit bids in the prescribed format; or

(2)  Prices are subject to frequent changes.

(b)  If telegraphic bids are to be authorized, see 14.201-6(g). Unauthorized telegraphic bids shall not be considered (see 14.301(b)).