18_Exhibit_L-6_Client_Authorization_Letter.docx

EXHIBIT L-6, SAMPLE CLIENT AUTHORIZATION LETTER

Past performance information concerning contractors, subcontractors and joint venture partners cannot be disclosed to the government without their consent. Client authorization letters are required for each identified past performance effort. This letter will authorize release of requested information on the offeror's performance to the Government. The Government will need that consent before contacting clients to assess the offeror’s past performance. In an effort to assist the Source Selection Evaluation Board (SSEB) in assessing your past performance relevancy, we request that the following client authorization letter be completed by any clients identified in your proposal. The completed client authorization letters shall be submitted as part of your Volume III, Past Performance, proposal.

Offerors should send a letter similar to the following authorizing the client to provide past performance information to the Government.

SAMPLE (Printed on Company Letterhead) Company: Date Address:

Dear “Client:”

We are responding to the HT9402-12-R-0005, TRICARE Dual-Eligible Fiscal Intermediary Contract (TDEFIC).

The government is placing increased emphasis on past performance as a source selection factor in federal acquisitions. They are requiring offerors responding to solicitations to identify clients who will provide past performance references. In the event you are contacted for information on we work performed, you are hereby authorized to respond to those inquiries.

We have identified Mr./Ms.____________________________ of your organization as the point of contact based on his/her knowledge of our work. Your cooperation is appreciated. Any questions may be directed to .

Sincerely, TMA TDEFIC, HT9402-12-R-0005, Exhibit L-6, Sample Client Authorization Letter Page 1 of 1