H.R. 4459 · 118th Congress
Improving Contract Transparency at BARDA Act
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- H. Griffith
- Introduced
- 2023-07-03
- Latest action
- 2023-07-07 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Summary
Improving Contract Transparency at BARDA Act
This bill establishes a maximum period for a contract between the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) and another entity.
Specifically, BARDA may initially contract with another entity for up to 5 years; initial contracts that are particularly difficult or complex to perform may be for up to 10 years, if determined necessary. Contracts may be renewed for up to five years at a time.