GAO Protests Versus Agency Protests
Federal Contract Law Firm Explains the Difference Between GAO and Agency Protests
Learn More About Protesting a Government Contract Award
When you bid on a government contract, you expect to be given fair consideration. If you believe that you were not treated fairly during a federal bid procurement process, a Washington, D.C. bid award law firm can advise about filing a GAO protest or an agency protest.
GAO Protests
A Government Accountability (GAO) protest offers more detailed protest procedures and more protection for the contractor. These types of protests are started by a contractor filing a bid protest submission with the GAO. With a GAO protest, a formal brief is not required. However, it must be based on allegations of impropriety or illegal actions on the part of the awarding agency. GAO protests must be filed within 10 days of award of the contract.
Agency Protests
An agency protest are more inexpensive protests and are often handled much more quickly. These protests are designed to be handled in a manner that is as fast and simple as possible and most are decided within 35 days of the submission. To start an agency protest, a contractor must submit their protest, along with paperwork, to the agency.
A Federal Bid Protest Lawyer Can Help You Choose The Right Type Of Bid Protest
Deciding which protest is right for you is the first step in filing your bid protest. There is no right or wrong choice, but one type of bid protest may be better for your situation than another. Your federal bid protest attorney can help you decide which type of bid protest is best for your business, and guide you through the process. Contact the Whay Law Firm today at (202) 448-9677.
