In the world of construction contracting within the federal government, the Standard Form 1420 (SF 1420) plays a critical role in ensuring the accountability and performance quality of contractors. Officially labeled for use as "FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY" upon completion, this document serves as a performance evaluation tool covering various aspects of construction contracts. The SF 1420 encompasses sections that detail everything from the basic contract information—such as the contractor's name, address, and type of contract—to more intricate details like the contract's complexity, description, location of work, and fiscal data. A noteworthy feature of this form is its dual-part structure, focusing not only on the administrative details of the contract but also on a thorough performance evaluation. This evaluation examines elements ranging from the quality of work and timeliness to compliance with labor and safety standards, culminating in an overall performance rating. Moreover, the form provides spaces for remarks on outstanding performance as well as explanations for unsatisfactory ratings, ensuring a comprehensive assessment is documented. With its ability to capture such detailed performance feedback, the SF 1420 is an indispensable tool for contracting officers to aid in the selection of reliable contractors and in fostering high standards within construction contracts managed by the federal government.
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| Form Name | Sf 1420 Form |
| Form Length | 3 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 45 sec |
| Other names | 1420 62 form, SUBCONTRACTING, CFR, dod sf 1420 |
FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
(WHEN COMPLETED)
1. CONTRACT NUMBER
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION - CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS
1. CONTRACTOR (Name, address and ZIP code) |
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4. COMPLEXITY OF WORK |
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ROUTINE |
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5. DESCRIPTION AND LOCATION OF WORK
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c. LIQUIDATED DAMAGES |
d.NET AMOUNT PAID |
6. FISCAL |
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a. DATE OF AWARD |
b.ORIGINAL CONTRACT |
c. REVISED CONTRACT |
d.DATE WORK ACCEPTED |
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COMPLETION DATE |
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8. TYPE AND EXTENT OF SUBCONTRACTING
PART II - PERFORMANCE EVALUATION OF CONTRACT (Check appropriate box)
9. PERFORMANCE ELEMENTS |
OUTSTANDING |
SATISFACTORY |
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c. EFFECTIVENESS OF MANAGEMENT |
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d.COMPLIANCE WITH LABOR STANDARDS |
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e. COMPLIANCE WITH SAFETY STANDARDS |
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10. OVERALL EVALUATION |
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OUTSTANDING (Explain in Item 13, on reverse) |
SATISFACTORY |
UNSATISFACTORY (Explain in Item 14, on reverse) |
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11. EVALUATED BY
a. ORGANIZATION (Type or print)
b. NAME AND TITLE (Type or print)
c. SIGNATURE
d. DATE
12. EVALUATION REVIEWED BY
a. ORGANIZATION (Type or print)
b. NAME AND TITLE (Type or print)
c. SIGNATURE
d. DATE
AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION Previous edition is usable
FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY |
STANDARD FORM 1420 |
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Prescribed by GSA |
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FAR (48 CFR) |
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FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
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13.REMARKS ON OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE - AS INDICATED BY THE CONTRACTOR'S PERFORMANCE ON THIS CONTRACT. IF YOU CONSIDER THE CONTRACTOR TO BE OUTSTANDING, SET FORTH FACTUAL DATA SUPPORTING THIS OBSERVATION. THESE DATA MUST BE IN SUFFICIENT DETAIL TO ASSIST CONTRACTING OFFICERS IN SELECTING CONTRACTORS THAT HAVE DEMONSTRATED OUTSTANDING QUALITY OF WORK AND RELIABILITY. (Continue on separate sheet, if needed.)
14.EXPLANATION OF UNSATISFACTORY EVALUATION. FOR EACH UNSATISFACTORY ELEMENT, PROVIDE FACTS CONCERNING SPECIFIC EVENTS OR ACTIONS TO JUSTIFY THE EVALUATION (e.g., extent of Government inspection required, rework required, subcontracting, cooperation of contractor, quality of workmen and adequacy of equipment). THESE DATA MUST BE IN SUFFICIENT DETAIL TO ASSIST CONTRACTING OFFICERS IN DETERMINING THE CONTRACTOR'S RESPONSIBILITY. (Continue on separate sheet, if needed.)
FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
STANDARD FORM 1420
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