1986 -
Pub. L. 99-634 amended section generally. Prior to
amendment, section read as follows: ''For the purpose of
ascertaining whether such fees, commissions, compensation, gifts,
or gratuities have been paid or granted by a subcontractor, the
General Accounting Office shall have the power to inspect the
plants and to audit the books and records of any prime contractor
or subcontractor engaged in the performance of a negotiated
contract.''
1960 -
Pub. L. 86-695 substituted ''negotiated contract'' for
''cost-plus-a-fixed-fee or cost reimbursable contract''.
Amendment by Pub. L. 99-634 effective with respect to conduct
described in this section which occurs on or after Nov. 7, 1986,
see section 3(a) of Pub. L. 99-634, set out as a note under section 51 of this title