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This approach consists of comparing offered prices against each other to decide which prices are

most reasonable (Nwadike, 2021). The company does this in response to the solicitation.

Usually, adequate price competition establishes a fair and reasonable price.

ii. Comparison of prior prices paid

The approach is useful when the company has had a history of contracting for the same products.

In this case, factors such as the reasonableness of the base price, the time since the last purchase,

and the relative number of quantities sold must be accounted for (Nwadike, 2021). As a result,

the contracting officer determines if the prior price has a valid basis for comparison and is

adjustable to account for materially differing terms and conditions.

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