Attachment B Evaluation Criteria.pdf

Good Low The proposal demonstrates a sound approach which is expected to meet all requirements and objectives. This sound approach includes advantageous characteristics of substance, and few relatively minor disadvantages, which collectively can be expected to result in satisfactory performance. The risk of unsuccessful performance is low as the proposal contains solutions which are considered feasible and practical. These solutions are further considered to reflect low risk in that they are clear and precise, supported, and demonstrate an understanding of the requirements.

Acceptable Neutral The proposal demonstrates an approach which is capable of meeting all requirements and objectives. The approach includes both advantageous and disadvantageous characteristics of substance, where the advantages are not outweighed by the disadvantages. Collectively, the advantages and disadvantages are likely to result in acceptable performance. The risk of unsuccessful performance is moderate, as the proposal solutions are generally feasible and practical. These solutions may also be considered to reflect moderate risk in that they may be somewhat clear and precise, partially supported, and/or demonstrate a general understanding of the requirements.

Marginal High The proposal demonstrates an approach which may not be capable of meeting all requirements and objectives.

The approach has disadvantages of substance and advantages, which if they exist, are outweighed by the disadvantages. Collectively, the advantages and disadvantages present a low or questionable likelihood of resulting in satisfactory performance. The risk of unsuccessful performance is high as the proposal contains solutions which may not be feasible and practical. These solutions may also be considered to reflect high risk in that they lack clarity and precision, are generally unsupported, and/or do not demonstrate a complete understanding of the requirements.

Unacceptable Very High The proposal demonstrates an approach which, based on a very high risk, will very likely incapable of meeting all requirements and objectives. This approach has several disadvantages of substance, and advantages which, if they exist, are outweighed by disadvantages.

Collectively, the advantages and disadvantages are unlikely to result in satisfactory performance. The risk of unsuccessful performance is very high as the proposal contains solutions which are not feasible and practical.

The solutions may also be considered to reflect very high risk in that they lack any clarity or precision.

9. Technical Evaluation Criteria

Proposals will be evaluated based on the following evaluation criteria in the manner described below:

9.1 Technical Approach (70%)

This technical evaluation criterion will be evaluated as a whole; no sub-factors will be applied.

This criterion will assess Offeror’s proposal for information that demonstrates the following:

The Contractor’s proposal shall address each area of the purchase description in sufficient detail to demonstrate a clear understanding of the specific characteristics needed to fulfill these requirements. The proposed technical approach shall be evaluated for the capability of the contractor to deliver oxygen, nitrogen and carbon dioxide that meets or exceeds specifications set forth in this solicitation and within a 24-48 hours (2 days) after receipt of order. The contractor shall monitor levels of all three gas tanks on a bi-weekly basis and make recommendations when observed gas levels are at a quarter tank or lower. Contractor will respond to calls on tanks within 24-48 hours of request via phone or e-mail and provide delivery within 48 hours of request and ability to make same day deliveries during emergencies is critical. Capability in these areas shall be viewed favorably.

9.2 Past Performance (30%)

This technical evaluation criterion will be evaluated as a whole; no sub-factors will be applied.

The evaluation will be based on information obtained from references provided by the offeror, other relevant past performance information obtained from other sources known to the Government, and any information supplied by the offeror concerning problems encountered on the identified contracts and corrective action taken.

This criterion will assess Offeror’s proposal for information that demonstrates commitment to customer satisfaction and timely delivery of high-quality services.

The Contractor shall provide at least two (2) past performance references completed during the past five (5) years with knowledge of the contractor’s relevant skills and experience related to the requirements outlined in the purchase description.

References shall include the following information:

1) Name of Organization

2) Description of requirement and specific responsibilities of the Offeror as they relate to the purchase description

3) Point of contact name, title, phone, and e-mail

4) Total contract value

5) Contract period of performance

10. Price/Cost

The cost/price proposal submitted will be evaluated for fair and reasonableness pricing. Offerors shall complete Attachment C: Price Schedule Template and submit it with the response. For a price to be considered reasonable, it must represent a price to the Government that a prudent person would pay when consideration is given to prices in the market.