Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to ensure fair opportunity for a small business set-aside on CIO-CS?

Category: CIO-CS

Yes. For orders exceeding the micro-purchase threshold, before setting the delivery order aside, the ordering contracting officer must determine if there is a reasonable expectation of obtaining offers from two or more responsible small business concerns that are competitive in terms of market prices, quality and delivery unless one of the exceptions in FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i) applies. e-GOS automatically shows you the number of contract holders capable of responding to your small business set-aside requirement when you create your order. (For more information see FAR Subpart 19.502-2.)