DCR 992_Loon Capture and Banding_Evaluation Criteria.docx

This is an evaluation criteria document for the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Resources (DCR) for a loon capture and banding project designated as DCR 992. The document outlines the submission requirements and evaluation framework that will be applied to all responsive proposals submitted through COMMBUYS. Potential bidders must be registered with the Massachusetts Department of Revenue and meet all Commonwealth business requirements, including registration with the Massachusetts Secretary of State's Corporations department. Only proposals that meet all submission requirements will be evaluated and ranked according to the specified criteria. The DCR reserves the right to conduct interviews with some or all respondents prior to making a final award determination.

The evaluation team will score proposals using a weighted criteria system that allocates 25% to technical approach and methodology, 20% to experience and qualifications, 15% to data collection management and reporting, 15% to animal welfare and regulatory compliance, 10% to laboratory analysis capacity, 10% to cost proposal, and 5% to equipment and logistics. All proposals must be submitted via COMMBUYS, and additional information may be requested by email during the evaluation process. The document does not specify pricing terms, set-asides, incumbent information, response dates, or contract term details.