Reconsideration of Decision Regarding the Need for Negotiations

The protester requested reconsideration of a decision which held that a contracting officer may exercise discretion in deciding whether negotiations are required. The request was dismissed since it did not present significant facts which were not previously considered or which indicated a mistake in fact or law. The reduction in the number of items procured was not so substantial as to require negotiations and the solicitation permitted award of less than all line items solicited.