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  • Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)

    A process or procedure used voluntarily between parties to resolve issues in controversy without the need to resort to litigation. ADR may include, but is not limited to, mediation, fact-finding, and arbitration.

    See Also: Litigation

  • Dispute

    A contractual disagreement or misunderstanding between contracting parties specific to contract provisions or language. Contract remedies are normally sought through pre-established administrative procedures. When a resolution cannot be achieved, the parties may resort to alternative dispute resolution or litigation.

    See Also: Protest

  • Dispute Panels

    A form of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) that uses one or more neutral or impartial individuals who are available to the parties as a means to clarify misperceptions, fill in information gaps, or resolve differences over data or facts.

  • Disputes Resolution Officer (DRO)

    Designated individual within the agency to resolve business disputes between the agency and its bidders, proposers, and responders.

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