Outcome Cases and FAR Minimization: A Controversial Proposal for Making Federal Acquisitions More Legible, Competitive, and Accountable

This case study argues that federal acquisitions can become clearer and more competitive by translating solicitations into outcome-based “Outcome Cases” with verifiable evidence gates while minimizing unnecessary FAR clause overlays through commercial-style structuring and modular addenda. It explores a CBP maintenance SOW example.