Common use of Proposal of Alternative Clause in Contracts

Proposal of Alternative. Where best commercial standards or best business practices are identified that will improve site operations consistent with paragraph (a) above, the Contractor may, at any time during performance of this Contract, propose an alternative procedure, standard, or assessment mechanism (collectively referred to herein as “alternative”) for a Directive or DOE/NNSA requirement by submitting to the Contracting Officer a signed proposal(s) that describes (1) the nature and scope of alternative and Contractor system of oversight, (2) the anticipated benefits, including any cost benefits to be realized in performance under the Contract, (3) a schedule for implementation of the alternative is an effective, efficient means to meet the Directive without compromising ISM and ISSM, and (4) any additional information required by NNSA. NNSA will evaluate the Contractor’s proposal, and the Contractor will not implement a proposed change until it is formally approved by the NNSA and communicated to the Contractor by the Contracting Officer.