Full and open competition means a contract action in which responsible sources are permitted to compete. Fair and open competition occurs when a complete, adequate and realistic specification or purchase description is publicly solicited and multiple responsible bidders are allowed to compete effectively for the business.9
When procuring goods or services at or below the simplified acquisition amount, the applicant must consider an adequate number of qualified sources. FEMA considers three to be the minimum adequate number of qualified sources.
This Fact Sheet as well as 44 CFR 13.36, 2 CFR Pa rts215, 220, 225, and 230, as appropriate, provide the necessary requirements and processes to follow in order to ensure that an applicant satisfies the full and open competition requirements.
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