52.247-54  Diversion of Shipment under F.O.B. Destination Contracts

(MAR 1989)

This clause is not necessary to the acquisition of petroleum because this area is covered in other DLA Energy (formerly DESC) transportation clauses. The portions of this clause covering the use of paid freight bills to evidence delivery do not apply to petroleum shipments. Petroleum product deliveries are evidenced by delivery ticket copies and properly executed DD Forms 250. The portions of the clause limiting truck shipment reimbursement to 70% of the lowest published tariff is inappropriate for petroleum. Equitable adjustments for transportation are accomplished consistent with the methodology used to evaluate transportation.

ADDITIONAL CLAUSES TO BE OMITTED

52.214-6 Explanation to Prospective Bidders (APR 1984)

52.214-9 Failure to Submit Bid (APR 1984)

52.214-3 Amendments to Invitations for Bids (DEC 1989)

52.214-12 Preparation of Bids (APR 1984)

52.227-3 Patent Indemnity (APR 1984)

52.246-23 Limitation of Liability (APR 1984)

These clauses are excluded from DLA Energy (formerly DESC) streamlined solicitations because they are superfluous to DLA Energy (formerly DESC) contracting or serve no useful purpose. Instructions for submitting amendments are sent with the amendments themselves. Fuel specifications require no explanation. Bid/offer preparations guidance is included in the schedule. Elaborate proposals are not a possibility. Patent and liability limitations are not applicable.