Robert Burton: “There is no transparency. There is no compliance. And until that is seriously taken by the agencies, I think that the…”

I think what you are suggesting is that agencies comply with the current rules, and I think that is absolutely critical.

I am convinced that strategic sourcing, if it is not done correctly, will actually result in higher prices for the taxpayers in the long run.

I think we need to do away with that whole distinction because consolidated procurements alone are hurting small businesses dramatically.

I cannot give the information in the memo, but after having read it, along with some of our legal staff on the committee, there is nothing in there that would lead to anybody other than the Attorney General's position of not appointing an…