3315.1 The selection procedures set forth in this chapter are designed to accomplish the following :

1. (a) Maximize competition;
2. (b) Minimize the complexity of the solicitation, evaluation, and the selection decision;
3. (c) Ensure impartial and comprehensive evaluation of offerors' proposals ; and
4. (d) Ensure selection of the offeror whose proposal has the highest degree of realism and whose performance is expected to best meet stated University requirements .

3315.2 Selection of a contractor through the use of the competitive sealed proposal ("CSP") process shall be based on competition involving an evaluation and comparison of cost or price and other factors among proposals that meet the University's minimum requirements as stated in the solicitation.

3315.3 The contracting officer shall be responsible for selection of a contractor from among the qualified offerors.

3315.4 The contracting officer shall be responsible for contractual actions related to the selection process, including, but not limited to, the following:

1. (a) Issuing solicitations in accordance with the provisions of this chapter;
2. (b) Conducting or controlling all negotiations concerning cost or price, technical requirements, and other terms and conditions; and
3. (c) Selecting the contractor for contract award.

SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 39 DCR 2566 (April 10, 1992).