B-236332: Nov 21, 1989

A firm protested an Air Force award for aircraft engine seals, contending that the Air Force improperly awarded the contract on the basis of initial proposals without conducting discussions or requesting best and final offers. GAO held that the Air Force properly awarded the contract, since the: (1) solicitation advised bidders that it might base awards on initial proposals; and (2) existence of a...

B-236332: Nov 21, 1989

PROCUREMENT - Competitive Negotiation - Contract awards - Initial offer awards - Propriety DIGEST: Award properly was made to the lowest priced. Twigg contends that the award was improper because it was based on initial proposals without conducting discussions with all offerors in the competitive range or requesting best and final offers. Tri-Industries' offer was low. The contracting officer dete...