§ 302-8.6 - Advance of funds.

(a) Commuted rate system. Advances of funds may be made to employees up to the estimated amount of the commuted payment for the cost of authorized transportation and temporary storage of their household goods under the procedures and policies prescribed in § 302-1.14(a).

(b) Overseas shipments. For overseas shipment, advance of funds may be made for the estimated cost of transportation and temporary storage only if the cost of authorized transportation and temporary storage will not be paid directly by the Government, as is the case when a Government bill of lading or purchase order is used.

(c) Procedures. In requesting an advance of funds, the employee shall submit a written statement designating:

(1) The points of origin and destination,

(2) The estimated weight of household goods to be shipped, and

(3) Any anticipated temporary storage not to exceed a period of 90 days at Government expense. The estimate of weight required in support of an advance of funds shall consist of a statement of the estimated weight signed by the carrier selected to handle the shipment, if available. If not available, evidence of actual weight or a reasonable estimate thereof acceptable to the agency shall be furnished.