BusinessAugust 24, 2026

recompete

REE-kum-peet

Definition

To compete again, specifically referring to a recurring process where a contract or project must be bid on again after a previous term expires.

Etymology

Formed by adding the prefix 're-' (meaning again or anew) to the verb 'compete,' which stems from the Latin 'competere,' meaning to strive together or to seek together.

In the news

The article mentions a NATO 'recompete' contract, meaning KBR had to bid again to renew its existing agreement with the organization.

Kazakhstan’s first sustainable jet-fuel plant will use KBR technology

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