Value Over Cost Act of 2026

This bill, titled the "Value Over Cost Act of 2025," seeks to modify federal procurement regulations concerning the Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) program . Currently, contracts under these procedures primarily aim for the lowest overall cost alternative . The proposed amendments to title 41 and title 10 of the United States Code introduce a critical flexibility. They will permit federal agencies to pursue "best value" in procurement, as defined by the Federal Acquisition Regulation, rather than solely the lowest cost. This shift is contingent upon a determination by the Administrator of General Services that obtaining best value is necessary to promote the best interests of the Federal Government . The bill ensures that this principle applies broadly across federal contracting and specifically to Department of Defense procurements, aiming to enhance the quality and suitability of goods and services acquired by the government.