Defense Acquisitions: Further Actions Needed to Address Weaknesses in DOD's Management of Professional and Management Support Contracts

Abstract

In fiscal year 2008, the DOD obligated $200 billion on services contracts, including $42 billion for professional and management services. GAO previously identified weaknesses in DOD's management and oversight of services contracts, contributing to DOD contract management being on GAO's high-risk list. For selected professional and management support contracts, GAO was asked to examine (1) the extent to which DOD considered the risks of contractors closely supporting inherently governmental functions at key decision points, (2) how DOD implemented performance-based practices, (3) the extent to which DOD designated trained surveillance personnel, and (4) whether a new review process may improve DOD's management of such contracts. GAO reviewed federal regulations, agency policies and guidance, and analyzed seven acquisitions approved from 2004 to 2007 and 64 related task orders for services.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 01, 2009
Accession Number
ADA510372

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  • United States Government Accountability Office

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Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems

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  • Acquisition
  • Business Administration
  • Civilian Personnel
  • Congress
  • Contract Administration
  • Contracts
  • Employment
  • Law
  • Management Personnel
  • Military Acquisition
  • National Security
  • Organizational Structure
  • Personnel Management
  • Procurement
  • Test And Evaluation
  • United States
  • United States Government

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