Can employees appeal the outcome of a cost comparison decision that results in the work of their positions being contracted out?
Yes. Contests or Appeals are addressed in the Circular, Attachment B, paragraph F. The following are contestable in a standard competition: (1) a solicitation, (2) the cancellation of a solicitation, (3) a determination to exclude a tender or offer from a standard competition, (4) a performance decision (5) a termination or cancellation of a contract or letter of obligation. The FAR, Subpart 33.103 is the governing document. No party may contest any aspect of a streamlined competition.