Attachment_E_-_Ref._Questions.doc

ATTACHMENT E

QUESTIONS TO BE ASKED OF PERSONS LISTED AS REFERENCES

1. How long and in what capacity have you known the contractor?

2. Has the contractor provided services for you? How would you rate the contractor’s knowledge of grant administration and reporting practices, technical assistance and portfolio development experience with grassroots groups or non-governmental organizations?

3. On a scale of 1 to 5 (5 being most favorable), how would you rate the contractor’s general communications and analytical skills?

4. On a scale of 1 to 5 (5 being most favorable), how would you rate the contractor’s Portuguese writing and speaking skills?

5. On a scale of 1 to 5 (5 being most favorable), how would you rate the contractor’s English and Spanish writing and speaking skills?

6. Would you consider this contractor to be timely in performing services?

7. To what extent has the contractor demonstrated technical expertise related to grantee activities?

8. How would you rate the contractors professional and practical experience related to promoting strategies and project activities in grassroots development projects?

9. How does the contractor perform as part of a team and/or as a team leader?

10. Does the contractor demonstrate a professional attitude in all business relationships, including with individuals or groups of various ethnicities and economic backgrounds? Does the contractor demonstrate the ability to develop trusting relationships with individuals and organizations in the grassroots area?

11. How would you rate the overall quality of customer service that this contractor has provided for you?

12. How would you best describe the contractor’s professional strengths and weaknesses?