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.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Form Name | Dd Form 1597 |
| Form Length | 1 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 15 sec |
| Other names | dd1597 dd form 1597 1988 |