Dd Form 1597 PDF Details

This form, officially titled the Contract Closeout Check-List, is used by Department of Defense contracting offices to ensure all administrative actions are complete before a contract is officially terminated. The form aligns with requirements outlined in FAR 4.804-1 and DFARS procedures for contract closeout.

Key items covered by the checklist include disposition of classified materials, final patent and royalty report submissions, cost settlements and final invoices, completion of required audits, settlement of subcontracts, submission of a final subcontracting plan report, and issuance of a contract completion statement. Each item must be verified and documented before the contracting officer can sign off.

Proper completion of this checklist protects both the government and the contractor by creating a clear record of all closeout activities. This accountability ensures compliance with federal regulations and allows both parties to move forward without outstanding contractual obligations.

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Form NameDd Form 1597
Form Length1 pages
Fillable?No
Fillable fields0
Avg. time to fill out15 sec
Other namesdd1597 dd form 1597 1988

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Steps to Complete DD Form 1597

Follow these steps to fill out the Contract Closeout Check-List correctly:

  1. Enter contract identification. Record the contract number, modification numbers, and the contracting office name at the top of the form.
  2. Provide contractor information. Enter the contractor's legal name and address in the fields provided.
  3. Record the physical completion date. This is the date all work under the contract was finished, not the closeout date.
  4. Review each checklist item. For every action required under FAR 4.804-1, indicate whether it is complete, not applicable, or pending with a brief explanation.
  5. Obtain required signatures. The contracting officer and other responsible parties sign and date the completed form to certify all actions are finished.

Related Department of Defense Forms

Other DoD forms used in procurement and contract administration:

  • DD Form 1348 - Issue Release/Receipt Document used in supply chain management
  • DD Form 1694 - Request for Assignment of a National Stock Number
  • DD Form 2384-1 - Notice of Availability and Shipment Notification
  • DD Form 1351-2 - Travel Voucher or Subvoucher for travel reimbursement

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