B-270697,B-270697.2: Apr 9, 1996

A firm protested an Army contract award for data collection services, contending that the: (1) awardee's bid was technically unacceptable; (2) awardee's bid prices was unrealistic; and (3) Army improperly made award on the basis of initial bids without discussions. GAO held that the: (1) Army reasonably determined that the awardee's proposed employees would perform the contract and costs were real...

B-270697,B-270697.2: Apr 9, 1996

Where the agency properly determined that the awardee's initial proposal was technically acceptable and that its proposed cost was reasonable. Technically equal offeror was reasonable and consistent with the terms of the solicitation. Offerors were required to insert on the schedule unit and extended hourly rates for each position (some of which were subject to applicable wage determinations). The...