Navy Erred but Error Had No Impact on Solicitation | PNWC’s Government Contracting Update

The U.S. Navy needed 270 gas stoves for base housing in Italy. Using FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items, the Navy specified on a brand name or equal basis a model manufactured by Glem Gas and listed as salient characteristics a depth of 60 centimeters and internal volume of 95 liters. To be considered for award, offerors of equal products must include sufficient information to show that the offered items meet the salient characteristics listed in the solicitation. Award was to be made to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable basis.

Source: PNWC’s Government Contracting Update: Navy Erred but Error Had No Impact on Solicitation