Changes in federal contracting sought

WEDNESDAY, MAY 1, 2002

A federal panel on Tuesday recommended changes in how federal contracts are awarded.

The Commercial Activities Panel voted 8-4 to change the criteria to a "best value" approach, including such factors as technical expertise, past performance and innovativeness. This would replace the typical practice of awarding based on a low-cost bid.

Get the Story:
Panel Backs 'Value' Approach To Awarding Federal Contracts (The Washington Post 5/1)

Relevant Links:
Commercial Activities Panel - http://www.gao.gov/a76panel