5-IRFP 4124-25 On-Call Archaeologist Evaluation Criteria.pdf
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- On-Call Archaeologist for Cultural Resources
- Solicitation number
- IRFP-4124-25
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- Boulder County, Colorado
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This document presents the Evaluation Criteria for a Boulder County Purchasing contract opportunity in archaeological and cultural resource services located at 1325 Pearl Street in Boulder, Colorado. The county is seeking a vendor to provide professional archaeological services with a strong emphasis on cultural resource responsibilities, equity-centered approaches, and collaboration with Indigenous communities. The evaluation process will involve a selection committee that will review proposals based on multiple criteria, with a total possible score of 100 points.
The scoring matrix prioritizes key areas including understanding of project goals (20 points), qualifications and relevant experience (20 points), responsiveness and availability (15 points), inclusive language and terminology management (10 points), sample work quality (15 points), and proposed cost structure (15 points). An additional 5 points are allocated for unique qualifications or demonstrated leadership in community-based or anti-colonial archaeology. The county is specifically looking for vendors with experience in Compass and OAHP records, conducting archaeological surveys, Section 106 and Colorado compliance processes, and demonstrated ability to collaborate with Indigenous nations and descendant communities. The evaluation will emphasize cultural sensitivity, professional deliverables, and a commitment to inclusive and respectful archaeological practices.
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Boulder County Purchasing 1325 Pearl Street
Boulder, CO 80302
EVALUATION CRITERIA
The proposals will be reviewed by a selection committee. The committee may request additional information from vendors or request interviews with one or more vendors. Final evaluation and selection may be based on, but not limited to, any or all of the following:
• Understanding Project Goals and Approach
• Qualifications and Relevant Experience
• Responsiveness and Availability
• Sample Work and Deliverable Quality
• Proposed Cost Structure and Rates
• Other Relevant Factors
A scoring matrix with the order and priority of criteria to be used by the county in its evaluation and selection process is shown below:
Description Points
Understanding of Project Goals and Approach
Demonstrated understanding of Boulder County’s cultural resource responsibilities, and equity-centered approach to archaeology.
Ability to articulate how their work will reflect those values in practice.
Qualifications and Relevant Experience
Experience with Compass and OAHP records, conducting surveys (Class I, II, III), Section 106 and Colorado compliance processes, and demonstrated experience collaborating with Indigenous nations and/or descendant communities.
Responsiveness and Availability
Demonstrated capacity to deliver high-quality records research, compliance recommendations, and cultural resource surveys.
Responsiveness to short timelines and on-call needs.
Responsiveness to Inclusive Language Requirements and Terminology Change Management Demonstrated willingness and ability to adapt deliverables (reports, GIS data, site forms) to avoid exclusionary terminology, implement inclusive alternatives, and engage with Boulder County staff and Indigenous partners in developing new practices.
Sample Work and Deliverable Quality
Clarity, professionalism, and cultural care shown in past reports or summaries. Avoidance of exclusionary language and inclusion of
Indigenous voices/knowledge.
Proposed Cost Structure and Rates
Transparency and reasonableness of proposed billing rates, task-based estimates, and optional fieldwork pricing.
Other Relevant Factors
Unique qualifications, lived experience, or demonstrated leadership in community-based or anti-colonial archaeology.
Total Possible 100
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