Begin negotiations means, for the purpose of noncompetitive contract actions, starting discussions with an offeror for the purpose of reaching agreement on all aspects of the proposal. Initiation of audits and fact-finding necessary to evaluate the proposal and develop the Government’s negotiation objective do not constitute negotiations.
Examples of Begin negotiations in a sentence
Begin negotiations on the scission, merger, transfer, or lease of the company or of all its assets and submit as agreed for approval by the Shareholders’ Assembly.