1613 EVALUATION OF UNSOLICITED PROPOSALS

1613.1 When performing an evaluation of an unsolicited proposal, the following factors shall be considered, in addition to any others appropriate for the particular proposal:- (a) The unique and innovative methods, approaches, or concepts demonstrated by the proposal;

- (b) The overall scientific, technical, or socio-economic merits of the proposal;

- (c) The potential contribution of the effort to the agency's specific mission;

- (d) The offeror's capabilities, related experience, facilities, techniques, or unique combinations of these which are integral factors for achieving the proposal objectives; and

- (e) The qualifications, capabilities, and experience of the proposed team leader or key personnel who are critical to achieving the proposal objective.1613.2 An agency shall return an unsolicited proposal to an offeror, citing reasons, when its substance meets any of the following criteria:- (a) It is available to the District without restriction from another source;

- (b) It closely resembles a pending competitive requirement;

- (c) It does not demonstrate an innovative and unique method, approach, or concept.1613.3 A favorable evaluation of an unsolicited proposal shall not, by itself, justify awarding a contract without full and open competition.1613.4 The contracting officer may commence negotiations only when the following conditions are met:- (a) The unsolicited proposal has received a favorable comprehensive evaluation;

- (b) The unsolicited proposal is not disqualified under the provisions of §1613.2;

- (c) The agency technical office sponsoring the contract supports its recommendations with facts and circumstances that preclude competition and has the necessary funds;

- (d) The sponsoring agency has obtained approval from the Director in the form of a D&F; and

- (e) The contracting officer has publicized the requirement in accordance with chapter 13 of this title.

SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 35 DCR 1453 (February 26, 1988).