B-221571:
Jan 31, 1986
GAO reviewed the Air Force's increased use of bond requirements in solicitations for housekeeping services. GAO found that: (1) although a bonding requirement may restrict competition, it can be a necessary and proper means of securing a contractor's obligations; (2) a performance bond may be required in a nonconstruction contract when necessary to protect the government's interest; (3) it is with...