Who establishes the competitive range?
Based on the ratings of each proposal against all evaluation criteria, the contracting officer shall establish a competitive range comprised of all of the most highly rated proposals, unless the range is further reduced for purposes of efficiency pursuant to paragraph (c)(2) of this section.
Can an unacceptable proposal be included in the competitive range?
10, 2005, 2005 CPD ¶ 158 at 5 (where the agency reasonably concludes that a proposal is technically unacceptable, it is proper to exclude the proposal from the competitive range without considering price).
What is the threshold for public announcement of contract awards?
$7.5 million
Why is a BPA not a contract?
Summary: A BPA (whether a Part 13 BPA or a SubPart 8.4 BPA) is not a contract because it neither obligates funds not requires placement of any orders against it. However, circumstances may transform a BPA into a binding obligation, that is, an enforceable contract.
What is a multiple-award BPA?
Multiple-award BPAs are established with more than one vendor. Multiple-award BPAs are used when a government buyer determines that a single-award BPA will not fill their needs. This is an advantage for the government buyer, as they have more flexibility and negotiation with the price since it is more competitive.
What does Idiq stand for in contracting?
Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity
Does an IDIQ have to have options?
Options periods are not required on the umbrella IDIQ contract, but IDIQ orders may be different and options may be necessary. IDIQs can be multi-year or multiple year contracts; with neither requiring the use of options.
Are IDIQ contracts funded?
(3) Indefinite-quantity Contracts Funds for the minimum amount of the contract are applied at that the time of award. Requirements above the minimum are then obligated on the contract when needed.
What is the purpose of the GSA Schedule?
The GSA Schedule, also known as Federal Supply Schedule, and Multiple Award Schedule (MAS), is a long-term governmentwide contract with commercial companies that provide access to millions of commercial products and services at fair and reasonable prices to the government.