In view of the unique payment schedules of FEHBP contracts and the compelling need for records retention periods sufficient to protect the Government's interest, contractors shall be required to maintain records for periods determined in accordance with the provisions of FAR 4.703(b)(1).

Unless the contracting officer determines that there exists a compelling reason to include only the contract clause specified by FAR 52.215–2 “Audit & Records—Negotiation,” the contracting officer shall insert the clause at 1652.204–70 in all FEHBP contracts.