Publication

CNAS Senior Fellow Richard Fontaine testified in June 2010 on the problems associated with contracting in conflicts and areas for reform before the US Congressional Commission on Oversight and Government Reform. This testimony aims to draw together the most salient issues surrounding the use of contractors in American conflicts and chart a path forward. The recommendations would reform, rationalize and improve the process of employing private contractors in ES&R roles. The government, the military, the contracting community and ultimately the American people will benefit from reform of the ES&R contracting system that ensures the private sector’s role in American engagements aligns firmly with our nation’s interests and values.