Title 48 of the U.S. Code

Title 48 of the U.S. Code governs the procurement process for federal government contracts. It establishes rules and procedures for how the government acquires goods and services, ensuring transparency, fairness, and efficiency. This includes guidelines for contracting methods, competition requirements, contract types, and ethical standards. Essentially, Title 48 provides the legal framework that federal agencies follow to purchase everything from office supplies to complex military equipment, helping to ensure taxpayer dollars are spent responsibly and that contractors compete fairly for government business.