Springer Nature technical evaluation criteria 2020.docx

Access to Springer Nature Online Resources: Technical Evaluation Criteria

1. Understanding the requirement 40 points

Discuss in detail the specific services that the NIH will receive as a result of the contract. The proposal should address each work area in sufficient detail to demonstrate a clear understanding of the statement of work, including operations and maintenance problems presented therein. The offeror should provide evidence of adequate planning to show that work will be accomplished as required and on schedule, utilizing all available resources.

2. General Technical Approach 35 points The proposal must clearly indicate that the offeror has performed adequate planning to accomplish the operation and maintenance tasks as defined in the Work Statement. Include the number of journals offered and the extent of back files included with the basic subscription and list of the scientific and other scholarly journals and related or similar products and services available through the various databases. Discuss the ease of use of the publisher’s website/Springer Nature platform.

3. Demonstrated Capabilities 25 points Furnish a list of the journals, databases, and eBooks, as well as span of years included that the offeror is able to deliver in response to this solicitation.