This tool provides guidance for Technical Evaluation, as the Technical Evaluation assesses the Offeror's proposed approach to satisfy the Government's requirements specified in the Order Request.
This sample is for informational purposes only. Modification is required before use.
Last updated: March 26, 2024
At NITAAC, we encourage using evaluation procedures that streamline the award of task or delivery orders. and multi-phase down-selects. In this video, we discuss three potential techniques that can be beneficial in streamlining the order process: Comparative Analysis, Oral Presentations, and Multiphase Downselects. Check with your agency to see if they have further guidance regarding these and other streamlined approaches. And check out NITAAC’s videos and website for tools and templates on this subject. NITAAC.NIH.gov 1.888.773.6542 NITAACsupport@nih.gov
As a best practice, NITAAC recommends providing the award evaluation criteria in all solicitations, and under FAR 16.505(b)(1)(iii), an evaluation criteria is required where the anticipated value of the award is expected to exceed $5M.
NITAAC follows the guidance of the Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP) which strongly encourages, but does not mandate, the use of Performance-Based Contracting (PBC).
Yes, sample scoring sheets are available on our Tools and Templates page. However, the procuring agency contracting officer would be best suited to determine the adequacy of an evaluation scoring sheet based on the evaluation criteria established.