A federal inspector general’s report revealed faults in the General Services Administration’s site selection process for the new FBI headquarters, choosing Maryland over Virginia. However, the report did not take a stance on the final selection of Greenbelt over Springfield. Virginia officials believe the process was tainted, with important cost criteria weighed improperly and inaccurate information provided. Maryland officials welcomed the report as validation for Greenbelt as the best site, citing low cost, accessibility, and construction certainty. The report questioned the GSA’s rationale for changing criteria weights and increasing the cost factor. The report dismissed conflict-of-interest concerns over a former WMATA employee making the final decision. The GSA agreed to establish policies on site selection and data accuracy. Virginia Senators are reviewing the report, but Maryland delegates believe the decision to relocate to Prince George’s County is correct. The GSA’s decision to move the FBI headquarters to Prince George’s County remains supported by Maryland officials.
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