How can I contest a solicitation or award?


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If you believe there was a problem with how a contract was solicited or awarded, you can file a complaint or contest. Any bidder or proposer can file.

How to contest a solicitation or award

1. Prepare a written contest. Contests must be submitted in writing and should explain the procedural issue with the solicitation or contract award.

    Contests must be limited to:

  • Procedural elements of the solicitation or award process, or
  • Claims of an unauthorized or unwarranted noncompetitive selection process.

2. Submit within 14 days.
Submit your written contest within 14 days after the contract award or after you learn the basis for the contest.

3. Send your submission.
Submit your written contest to the Contested Solicitations and Awards Subcommittee. You can submit by email, postal mail, hand delivery, or fax.

  • Mail or hand delivery:
    Gregory F. Daniels
    165 Capitol Avenue, Suite 1060
    Hartford, CT 06106

What comes next?
Here are a few things to note about what comes after you file a contest:

  • The filing of a contest alone will not stop the award of a contract.
  • Contests can be resolved or taken further by the Contested Solicitations and Awards Subcommittee. If the matter is resolved, the contest will be closed.
  • The subcommittee will make a decision no more than 30 days after it receives a contest from the Board. A copy of their decision will be provided to the bidder or proposer.

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