Part 2Single source contracts

Review

I139Review of Part and regulations under it

1

The SSRO must keep under review the provision made by—

a

this Part, and

b

single source contract regulations which are for the time being in force.

2

The SSRO may recommend to the Secretary of State such changes to the provision mentioned in subsection (1) as it considers appropriate.

3

Before the end of each review period, the Secretary of State must—

a

carry out a review of the provision mentioned in subsection (1), and

b

in doing so, have regard to any recommendations made under subsection (2) at least 6 months before the end of the review period.

4

In subsection (3), “review period” means—

a

the period of 3 years beginning with the relevant date;

b

each subsequent 5-year period.