Which statement is accurate regarding the filing process for protests with GAO?

The statement that the filing process for protests with the Government Accountability Office (GAO) is similar to filing a lawsuit in federal court is accurate because both processes adhere to formal rules and procedures, requiring clear and specific grounds for the protest. This similarity includes the necessity for detailed written submissions outlining the basis of the complaint and the information supporting the claim. Moreover, just like a legal suit, filing a protest at GAO involves time-sensitive rules and can lead to decisions that may uphold or overturn the awarding agency's decision. The processes are structured to ensure fairness and due process, reflecting the complexity and seriousness of challenging a contracting decision.

In contrast, the other statements have inaccuracies regarding the GAO protest process. While documentation is necessary, it is not characteristically "tedious" in the same way legal filings can be, and the assumption of agency decisions being correct unless proven otherwise is not how GAO reviews protests—GAO will evaluate the merits of the claims presented. Likewise, while there are time constraints within which protests must be filed, the 60-day timeframe refers to a different context or condition and is not a standard for GAO protests specifically, which typically must be filed within 10 days after the basis of the protest is known.