DOE Contracts To Demonstrate Coal Liquefaction Adequately Protect Government Interests

GAO was asked to evaluate the negotiation and award of the Department of Energy's (DOE) two contracts for the Solvent Refined Coal Liquefaction Demonstration projects. The objective of the review was to determine if the contracts adequately consider and protect the Government's interest, and to review the contract provisions related to contractor rights and liabilities, patents, and revenue and royalty sharing.