GAO: Barred contractors still might gain new contracts

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The US Government Accountability Office (GAO) has stated that the barred contractors might still be able to gain new contracts because of flaws in a system that is supposed to ensure such companies are prevented from getting new business in Washington. The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) provides that agencies can suspend or debar contractors for cause, but those disciplinary actions are worthwhile only when they are enforced and loopholes might permit barred contractors to gain new contracts.

Guided Missiles, Space Vehicles, Parts, Defense industry, United States. Government Accountability Office, Defence industry

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Lawmakers excoriate Air Force for hurting Boeing, employees

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Irate lawmakers told the two highest-level air force leaders, that Air Force dithering over the aerial refueling tanker aircraft program is going to send 20,000 high paying U.S.- taxpayer-funded manufacturing jobs overseas. The lawmakers are among those with the most say as to how much money will be appropriated for each weapons procurement program.

Airports, flying fields, & services, Other Airport Operations, Aircraft Fueling & Cleaning Svcs, Aircraft Fueling Services, United States. Air Force, Refueling of aircraft

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Uncertainty on ships hampers contractors and Congress

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The defense contractors and congressional lawmakers are facing difficulties due to lengthy Navy deliberations on how many amphibious and maritime prepositioning ships it must buy. The various suggestions provided by the Congressional Research Service (CRS) to legislators in attempting to address this problem are highlighted.

Ship Building and Repairing, Cruisers, Cruisers (Warships), Battle cruisers

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