25-P-00344_Diesel_and_CNG_Engine_Repairs_Review_sheet.pdf
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- Diesel & CNG Engine Repair (Bid Discount)
- Solicitation number
- 25-P-00344
- Issued by
- Hillsborough County, Florida
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This document is a Solicitation Review Checklist for Invitations to Bid (ITBs) prepared by a buyer named Inger Welch on 9/10/25. The comprehensive checklist is designed to ensure thorough and consistent review of solicitation documents, covering multiple aspects of procurement including scope clarity, regulatory compliance, mandatory requirements, timeline reasonableness, and document formatting. The checklist systematically evaluates key elements such as specification details, quality standards, insurance provisions, terminology consistency, and potential barriers to fair competition.
The document provides a detailed framework for reviewing solicitation documents, with specific attention to ensuring that bid documents are clear, unambiguous, and promote open competition. It includes sections for reviewing Invitations to Bid (ITBs) and additional considerations for Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Qualifications (RFQs). Notable review points include verifying that mandatory requirements are clearly defined, cost/pricing schedules are consistent with specifications, acronyms are properly defined, and the document avoids potential perception of collusion. The checklist also emphasizes the importance of consistent formatting, logical document structure, and clear delineation of responsibilities between the city and potential vendors.
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Solicitation Review Checklist
Buyer Name=�------------- Peer Reviewer Name: ______________ _ Date:_
Buyer
□ □ NIA
□ □ N.fA
□ □ NIA
□ □ N/A
□ □ NIA
_______________ Date:
ITBs
Scope/specification provided by end-user is detailed and covers all necessary aspects of good/service.
The document avoids use of vague words, scope, and specifications.
Solicitation complies with all relevant regulations, laws, polic.fes (federal grant guidelines, awardee licensing requirements, etc.), and federal provisions are included (if applicable).
Appropriate sheltered market solicitation (SMS), bid discount, ban the box, etc. overlay is consistent throughout or removed if not applicable.
Mandatory requirements are clearly defined and captured in bidder's checklist (such as licensin�, certifications, years of experience - references, etc.).
Timeline of events is reasonable and justified (newspaper ad., Q&A period, pre-bid, site visit, acquiring insurance certificates, bid opening, etc.).
Pre-bid and site visit information is clearly defined and consistent throughout document, and if mandatory, is justified and reasonable. Management approval in writing is required for solicitations where a mandatory pre-bid and/or site visit has historically never been required.
Date of management approval:
Cost/pricing schedules, bid sheets, etc. are consistent with scope/specification and adequately account for things such as labor, materials, mobilization, freight, optional items, ongoing maintenance, licensing, etc.
Quality standards (if any) are clearly defined and enforceable, such as ISO certifications or industry-specific quality control measures.
The term of award is clearly defined, including options to renew, is realistic, and in-line with industry standards/norms - term is multi-year where possible. If one-time purchase, it is clearly identified as such and consistent throughout document.
Insurance provisions have been added/removed as appropriate.
Acronyms are spelled out in the following format ·n first mention: American Water Works Association ("AWWA"); subsequent menfons use acronym, e.g., AWWA.
Capitalized terms are defined in the document, and capitalization of terms is used consistently throughout document Use of terms are consistent throughout document, e.g., bidder, offerer, contractor, etc. and are not used interchangeably. Definitions of such are included.
Sizeable blank spaces in the document have been clearly identified as being intentionally left blank in order to avoid causing confusion and leading readers to believe information may have been cut off.
"Ban the Box" (Bidder's Criminal History) references have been taken out - Ban the Box is only applicable to procurements >$1 00k The City's responsibilities and roles vs. vendor's responsibilities and roles are clearly stated
D O N/A and outlined, avoiding any vagueness, ambiguity, and contradiction.
THE FOLLOWING HAVE BEEN CHECKED FOR CONSISTENCY AND ACCURACY WITHIN THE DOCUMENT:•
□ AttachmenUExhibit sequencing
□ Paragraph justification and indentation
□ Font type
□ Font size
□ Font color □ Paragraph/Section numbering
The document has been reviewed from a supplier's perspective to ensure it is not a restrictive document that can give the perception of collusion or undermining open and fair competition.
Peer
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The document is coherent and follows a logical sequence; avoids redundancy or dividing/addressing a single topic/content/deliverable/etc. among multiple sections, requiring users to jump back and forth within the document to identify scope/specs., submittal requirements, etc.
RFPs, RFQs, etc.
In Addition to Above
Evaluation criteria captures technical and quali,tative requirements.
Cost structure/pricing schedule clearly defines compensation such as fixed-price, time and materials, cost reimbursable, milestone, progress payments, etc.
There are no contradictions or duplications in the instructions for proposal format, including required sections/documentation (executive summary, technical approach, qualifications, references, etc.).
The document has taken negotiation, BAFO, and clarification into account and if applicable, have been clearly defined in the document. If COT Agreement or PO only, this is clearly stated in the document.
The table of contents is accurate and documents all sections, attachments, appendices, exhibits, etc. in the solicitation.
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| Peer Reviewer Name: |
| Buyer Name: Inger Welch |
| Date: 9/10/25 |
| Check Box1: Yes |
| Check Box2: Off |
| Check Box3: Yes |
| Check Box4: Yes |
| Check Box5: Yes |
| Check Box6: Yes |
| Check Box7: Off |
| Check Box8: Yes |
| Check Box9: Off |
| Check Box10: Yes |
| Check Box11: Off |
| Check Box12: Yes |
| Check Box13: Yes |
| Check Box14: Off |
| Check Box15: Yes |
| Check Box16: Yes |
| Check Box17: Off |
| Check Box18: Yes |
| Check Box19: Yes |
| Check Box20: Yes |
| Check Box21: Yes |
| Check Box22: Yes |
| Check Box23: Yes |
| Check Box24: Off |
| Check Box25: Yes |
| Check Box26: Off |
| Check Box27: Off |
| Check Box28: Off |
| Check Box29: Off |
| Check Box30: Off |
| Check Box31: Off |
| Check Box32: Off |
| Check Box33: Off |
| Check Box34: Off |
| Check Box35: Off |
| Check Box36: Off |
| Check Box37: Off |
| Check Box38: Off |
| Check Box39: Off |
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| Check Box41: Off |
| Check Box42: Off |
| Check Box43: Yes |
| Check Box44: Off |
| Check Box45: Off |
| Check Box46: Off |
| Check Box47: Off |
| Check Box48: Off |
| Check Box49: Off |
| Check Box50: Off |
| Check Box51: Off |
| Check Box52: Off |
| Check Box53: Off |
| Check Box54: Off |
| Check Box55: Off |
| Check Box56: Yes |
| Check Box62: Yes |
| Check Box63: Yes |
| Check Box64: Yes |
| Check Box65: Yes |
| Check Box66: Yes |
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