1. (1) The department may enter into a multiple award contract only if the procurement official determines that one or more of the following criteria applies:

   1. (a) It is administratively or economically impractical to develop or modify specifications for a myriad of related supplies because of rapid technological changes.
   2. (b) There are logistical considerations that favor the use of a multiple award contract.
   3. (c) It is administratively or economically impractical to develop or modify specifications because of the heterogeneous nature or dissimilar attributes of the product lines.
   4. (d) There is a need for compatibility with existing systems.
   5. (e) The department should select the contractor to furnish the supply, service or construction based upon best value or return on investment.
   6. (f) The product or service being procured serves a purpose of preventing or forestalling a threat to public health, welfare or safety.
2. (2) The department may use invitations for bids or requests for proposals to solicit for multiple award contracts.

3. (3) If the department anticipates entering into a multiple award contract before issuing the invitation for bids or request for proposals, it will:

   1. (a) state in the solicitation that the department may enter into multiple award contracts at the end of the procurement process; and
   2. (b) describe the methodology the department will use to determine the number of contract awards.

KEY: procurement, contractors, purchasing, vendors

Date of Last Change: January 23, 2025

Notice of Continuation: July 19, 2024

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 63G-6a-106(3)(a); 72-1-201(h)