Negotiated Procurements: Squandering the Benefit of the Bargain

Abstract

This thesis will explore where acquisition reform has improved the bargaining process and where it has fallen short. In particular, the thesis will discuss how the Rewrite and other reforms created a regulatory framework much more conducive to bargaining but still overly amenable in allowing the Government to avoid or limit bargaining. Additionally, the thesis will examine how Government personnel and training shortfalls hinder meaningful bargaining. Finally, the thesis will recommend improving the bargaining process to assist the Government in obtaining "best value."

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 31, 2002
Accession Number
ADA406620

Entities

People

  • David A. Whiteford

Organizations

  • George Washington University

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Acquisition
  • Air Force
  • Best Practices
  • Business Administration
  • Commerce
  • Congress
  • Contractors
  • Contracts
  • Department Of Defense
  • Governments
  • Information Systems
  • Language
  • Law
  • Procurement
  • Standards
  • Training
  • United States

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  • Defense Acquisition Program Management
  • Strategic Security Studies