5 U.S.C. 301; 41 U.S.C. 418(b); 48 CFR 3.1.
Procedures for DOT's implementation of OMB Circular A-76, Performance of Commercial Activities, and (FAR) 48 CFR 7.3 are found in DOT Order 4400.2 series, Performance of Commercial Activities.
DOT appeal procedures for informal administrative review of initial cost-comparison results are contained in DOT Order 4400.2 series.