The FAR and Contract Provisions for Protection

Imagine that you are a contracts officer for the Department of Energy (DOE). You have been asked to review bids from contractors who have developed a new widget for saving the American public 25 percent on their energy bills. Once an award is made, the contractors will receive the contract, which includes provisions to minimize risks and define rights and obligations, from the Department of Energy. • Propose resolutions for common issues encountered by federal government contract officers to improve efficiency, equal protection, and security.