However, if a contractor submits a qualifying proposal before 50 percent of the not-to-exceed price has been obligated by the Government, then the limitation on obligations before definitization may be increased to no more than 75 percent (see 232.102-70 for coverage on provisional delivery payments).
Cartilage is an important structural component of the body. It is a firm tissue but is softer and much more flexible than bone. Cartilage is a connective tissue found in many areas of the body including: 1  Joints between bones e.g. the elbows, knees and ankles.2  Ends of the ribs.3  Between the vertebrae in the spine. 4  Ears and nose.artilage is a connective tissue found in many areas of the body including: 1  Joints between bones e.g. the elbows, knees and ankles. 2  Ends of the ribs. 3  Between the vertebrae in the spine. 4  Ears and nose.
The most prominent examples are the ears and nose. It is also a connective tissue in some joints. It prevents bones from grinding on each other, which can lead to arthritis. The function of cartilage is to act like bone but it is a little bit more flexible It acts as a cushion. For instance, you have discs of cartilage between each vertebra in your back. That keeps the bone from scraping together each time you bend over or move your back in any way.