United States Code Title 41 — Public Contracts

§ 113. Responsible source

§ 113.

Responsible source

In this subtitle, the term “responsible source” means a prospective contractor that—

(1)

has adequate financial resources to perform the contract or the ability to obtain those resources;

(2)

is able to comply with the required or proposed delivery or performance schedule, taking into consideration all existing commercial and Government business commitments;

(3)

has a satisfactory performance record;

(4)

has a satisfactory record of integrity and business ethics;

(5)

has the necessary organization, experience, accounting and operational controls, and technical skills, or the ability to obtain the organization, experience, controls, and skills;

(6)

has the necessary production, construction, and technical equipment and facilities, or the ability to obtain the equipment and facilities; and

(7)

is otherwise qualified and eligible to receive an award under applicable laws and regulations.