Contractor claims shall be submitted, in writing, to the contracting officer for a decision within how many years after accrual of a claim?

Claims made by contractors must be submitted in writing to the contracting officer within a designated time frame after the accrual of the claim. According to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), this period is defined as six years. This rule ensures that any claims are submitted while records remain available and the associated events are still fresh inMemory, thus promoting timely resolutions and effective contract management. By setting a six-year limit, it allows contractors sufficient time to assess, document, and submit their claims after the event leading to the claim has occurred. In federal contracting, upholding these time constraints is crucial for maintaining the integrity and efficiency of the contracting process.