GAO calls for reopening of US tanker deal auction

Posted on 19 Jun 2008 by The Manufacturer

The Government Accountability Office (GAO) has ruled in favour of Boeing in the US Air Force (USAF) tanker deal controversy.

The military’s decision to award its £17.8 billion ($35 billion) tanker contract to European-owned Northrop Grumman had sparked anger from Boeing officials who argued that its bid had not been adequately considered. In a radical move, the GAO – the agency which audits the US Government – has recommended that the auction be reopened so…

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