Discussion Post
a) Put yourself in the position of a purchasing agency contract officer. When accepting bid submissions or responses to a request for a quote that you have issued, what would you look for in the responses that would be factors for issuing a contract award? Select a company in your community and provide a hypothetical example.
b) Explain the benefits that simplified acquisition methods (SAMs) provide to the small-business owner.
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.