137th SOW - COMM ROOM HVAC OBASE 2

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

This solicitation received significantly fewer bidders than the historical average for this agency and NAICS code. Sudden drops in competition may indicate restrictive specs.

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.