5-Attachment C - Selection Criteria.docx

This is a Selection Criteria document for Solicitation RR27-103, issued by the State of Utah Division of Purchasing on behalf of the Utah Army National Guard (NGUT). The solicitation seeks qualifications from professional service providers to develop an Avian Protection Plan and conduct a Risk Assessment at Camp Williams, located in Utah. The contract is structured as a small purchase of professional services under Administrative Rule R33-105, with an estimated term of approximately 28 months and a project deadline of December 31, 2028. The procurement will result in a single award to the highest-ranked submission. Bidders are instructed to submit qualifications without pricing information, as pricing will not be evaluated during this phase.

Evaluation of submissions will be conducted using a five-point scale across five selection criteria, each worth up to 5 points for a maximum total of 25 points. Criteria include professional experience conducting Avian Protection plans and Risk Assessments on military installations; professional experience in Utah; experience working with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service on Migratory Bird Treaty Act and Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act permitting; understanding of scientific research methods relevant to avian surveys and power line mitigation; and current knowledge of innovative technology and research in avian risk assessment and conservation. The small purchase threshold for this project is $100,000.00, and submissions should provide point-by-point responses addressing each selection criterion in detail to facilitate evaluation.