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Apr 27, 2022government procurementbids and awards committeedirect contractingadministrative liabilityra 9184public bidding
Upholding Government Procurement Standards: The Duty of Bids and Awards Committees to Ensure Lawful Transactio
The Supreme Court clarifies that Bids and Awards Committees must justify direct contracting and cannot rely blindly on recommendations, ensuring lawful government procurement.