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Congress·In Progress·H.R. 1118

Government Contracts: Choosing Quality Over Lowest Price

Value Over Cost Act of 2025

about 1 month ago·View on Congress.gov

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Key Points

  • This bill changes how the government buys goods and services. Currently, the law often forces agencies to pick the cheapest bid. This bill would allow officials to choose a higher-quality option if it provides a better deal for taxpayers over time, even if it costs a bit more upfront.
  • The head of the General Services Administration (GSA) would be allowed to decide when "best value" is more important than the lowest price. This is intended to prevent the government from buying low-quality products that might break easily or fail to meet the needs of federal workers and the military.
  • The policy applies to both civilian agencies and the Department of Defense. By prioritizing quality and performance, the bill aims to help the government work with more reliable contractors and reduce the need for expensive repairs or replacements later on.

Milestones

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Feb 5, 2026House

Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 44 - 0.

Feb 4, 2026House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Feb 7, 2025House

Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Feb 7, 2025

Introduced in House

Related Bills

1 bill
S. 2118Related bill

Value Over Cost Act of 2025

Jun 18 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Value Over Cost Act of 2025

Bill NumberHR 1118
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionOrdered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 44 - 0.

Sponsor

Cosponsors

(1)
D: 1

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