Sources Sought

A US federal contracting term · a neutral definition with an official source

A market-research notice. A contracting officer issues it to learn whether capable sources exist. It is not a request for bids.

Source: FAR 10.001 ↗

Guide: Reading a US federal solicitation: Sections A–M

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