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IDIQ
A contract type that provides for an indefinite quantity of goods or services over a fixed period, with specific work ordered through individual task or delivery orders. It lets agencies buy repeatedly without re-competing the base contract.
A contract type that provides for an indefinite quantity of goods or services over a fixed period, with specific work ordered through individual task or delivery orders. It lets agencies buy repeatedly without re-competing the base contract.
Why it matters
An IDIQ vehicle lets the government order work as needed over a period through task orders; for a contractor it is a standing relationship that converts a single award into recurring opportunity.
Standards & authorities
- Indefinite-Delivery/Indefinite-Quantity contracts (FAR Subpart 16.5)
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What is IDIQ?
A contract type that provides for an indefinite quantity of goods or services over a fixed period, with specific work ordered through individual task or delivery orders. It lets agencies buy repeatedly without re-competing the base contract.
Why does IDIQ matter for defense and counter-UAS operators?
An IDIQ vehicle lets the government order work as needed over a period through task orders; for a contractor it is a standing relationship that converts a single award into recurring opportunity.
What standard or authority governs IDIQ?
IDIQ is defined or governed by Indefinite-Delivery/Indefinite-Quantity contracts (FAR Subpart 16.5).