DOD's Beef Procurement Program Still Needs Improvement
PLRD-82-32
Published: Feb 17, 1982. Publicly Released: Feb 17, 1982.
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Highlights
GAO conducted a review to assess the adequacy of the changes and improvements made to correct previously identified problems in Department of Defense (DOD) procedures and practices for purchasing beef.
Recommendations
Recommendations for Executive Action
| Agency Affected | Recommendation | Status |
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| Department of Defense | The Secretary of Defense should adopt the use of long-term contracts for the Department of Defense's troop feeding program. These contracts should be of sufficient duration and quantity to enable new suppliers to defray the startup costs involved in meeting special military requirements. In addition, the Defense Personnel Support Center should review the different forms of long-term contracts available; determine their effects on procurement, storage, and distribution; and select the most effective methods. |
When we confirm what actions the agency has taken in response to this recommendation, we will provide updated information.
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| Department of Defense | The Secretary of Defense should establish direct lines of communication with the Department of Agriculture (USDA) on these problems and coordinate actions with USDA to correct problem areas. In addition, differences in standards between USDA and the Department of Defense should be justified, or one requirement should be agreed upon and adopted by both parties. |
When we confirm what actions the agency has taken in response to this recommendation, we will provide updated information.
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Meat inspectionMeat packing industryMilitary procurementQuality assuranceBeefProcurementMeat industrySpecificationsSolicitationsBid proposals