A basic ordering agreement is a written instrument of understanding, negotiated between an agency, contracting activity, or contracting office and a contractor, that contains (1) terms and clauses applying to future contracts (orders) between the parties during its term, (2)a description, as specific as practicable, of ...
Blanket PO is used when a business has a long-term agreement with a vendor it purchases the same goods or services on a regular basis. A business uses Standard PO to buy goods or services on a one-time basis, or when it has a short-term agreement with a vendor.
The main difference between IDIQ contracts and BOAs is in competition. IDIQ meets requirements for competition at the time of initial award, but do not allow for participation by new contractors on additional delivery order awards.