PGI 217.202 Use of options.

(1)  Options may be used for foreign military sales requirements.

(2)  Consider use of surge options to support industrial capability. A surge option allows the Government, prior to final delivery, to-

(i)  Accelerate the contractor's production rate in accordance with a surge production plan or a delivery schedule provided by the contractor under the terms of the contract; and

(ii)  Purchase additional quantities of supplies or services.

(3)  See DFARS Subpart 217.74 for limitations on the use of undefinitized options.