Cooling Tower Gravity Fed Sump Tank 2

Only one company submitted a bid. Reduced competition may indicate barriers to entry, poor solicitation visibility, or pre-determined outcomes.

Awarded 2023-08-26 — 35 days before fiscal year end (Sep 30). End-of-year awards often have compressed timelines and reduced oversight.

This contract was awarded on a Saturday. Federal awards are typically processed on business days. Weekend processing may indicate urgency or reduced oversight.

The Government Accountability Office has identified contract management challenges in this agency's operational area, recommending strengthened management controls. This is a systemic observation about the procurement environment, not a reflection on any individual contract or contractor.