FAR Part 42 Defines Post-Award Administration, Audit, and Performance Rules
FAR Part 42 establishes how federal procurement contracts are administered and audited after award, including delegated contract administration office duties, indirect cost rates, and contractor performance evaluations. Contractors should verify the governing FAR text and office responsibilities, track CPARS response deadlines, and apply the separate 2 CFR Part 200 cognizance rules for universities and nonprofits.