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when the scope of the basic contract is very broad and the nature of individual orders could be significantly different)….” The “ Guidance for the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System – July 2024” (the “ CPARS Guide”), Section B 2.2 Is there a contradiction or what is the correct interpretation?
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Under pressure to quickly identify new sources of supply, due diligence has–at times been reduced, thereby increasing the likelihood of quality issues, unknowingly supporting forced labor, or exposing organizations to fraud. Has past performance exceeded a threshold? Has a supplier provided relevant certifications (.i.e.
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But both sections require such contracts be set aside “for small business concerns when there is a reasonable expectation that offers will be obtained from at least two small business concerns that are competitive in terms of quality and delivery and award will be made at fair market prices.”
“Maximize orders to small businesses under the simplified acquisition threshold (SAT) to the maximum extent practicable.” ” This memo, then, encourages agencies to use small business set-asides for orders, regardless of the split between the COFC and GAO. .” Make BICs work for small business.
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