Bill > S2118

This bill, known as the Value Over Cost Act of 2025, amends existing federal procurement regulations for both civilian and defense contracts under the Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) program. The bill modifies how government agencies select contractors by introducing two primary criteria for evaluating contracts: first, selecting the lowest overall cost alternative, and second, allowing the Administrator of General Services to choose the best value option when it is deemed necessary to promote the government's interests. Specifically, the bill changes language in titles 41 and 10 of the United States Code to provide more flexibility in contract selection. The "best value" determination is based on section 15.101 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation, which allows agencies to consider factors beyond just price, such as quality, performance, and overall effectiveness, when making procurement decisions. This change aims to give federal agencies more discretion in selecting contractors that not only offer the lowest price but also provide the most comprehensive and effective solutions for government needs.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/2118/all-info