The main purpose of the Value Over Cost Act of 2026 is to improve the way the government evaluates and selects contractors for goods and services. Instead of simply choosing the option that costs the least, the law aims to prioritize the overall value that a contractor can provide. This change is intended to ensure that the government gets better quality products and services, which can lead to more effective and efficient use of taxpayer money. The key provision of this law is a change in the language used in the multiple award schedule program.