Under what condition may a proposal be withdrawn?

A proposal may be withdrawn by written notice at any time before the award is made because this is in accordance with federal procurement regulations which allow offerors the flexibility to reassess their submissions prior to the final decision. This provision recognizes that circumstances can change or that a submitter might realize errors or wish to revise their proposal to make it more competitive.

Once the award has been made, the ability to withdraw a proposal no longer applies, as the selection process has concluded. Proposals not submitted online or retraction due to a better proposal does not align with the regulatory framework governing such withdrawals. The option to withdraw must always be executed through the proper process established by procurement policies, reinforcing the importance of adhering to formal communication needs within these transactions.