Value Over Cost Act of 2025
In committee: it can still change before the session ends.
- Stage
- In committee
- Started in
- Senate
- Sponsor
- 1
- Latest action
- Jun 18, 2025
What it does
The Value Over Cost Act of 2025 would amend federal procurement law to allow government contracts under the Multiple Award Schedule program to prioritize best value—not just lowest cost—when the Administrator of General Services determines it serves the federal government’s best interests. This change applies to both civilian contracts (under Title 41) and defense contracts (under Title 10), permitting agencies to select higher-value options even if they are not the lowest priced. The bill aims to improve procurement outcomes by enabling consideration of factors like quality, performance, and suitability alongside cost. It affects federal agencies purchasing goods and services through the…
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