D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 27, r. 27-2900

Current through Register 71, No. 45, November 7, 2024

Rule 27-2900 - PRELIMINARY PREPARATIONS

2900.1

Special pilot projects (SPPs) may be proposed for goods, services, or construction.

2900.2

SPPs may be initiated by an unsolicited proposal or by an agency on its own initiative.

2900.3

An agency may engage in preliminary discussions with a prospective contractor to explore the feasibility of an SPP. Such discussions are not negotiations for award.

2900.4

A summary of any prior discussions shall be disclosed to the contracting officer prior to final negotiations.

2900.5

All negotiations for contract award shall be conducted by the contracting officer.

2900.6

An SPP shall be made with as much competition as practicable.

2900.7

Prior to award of a contract for an SPP, the Director shall prepare a determination and findings that shall include:

(a) The reasons warranting an SPP procurement and the selection of the proposed contractor;

(b) A statement that the product, approach, or technology cannot be reasonably acquired through a competitive solicitation, if applicable, and the potential advantages to the District for using this method of source selection;

(c) A statement that testing or experimentation is advisable to evaluate a new and unique District requirement or new technology;

(d) A statement that the term of the contract is reasonable to test and evaluate the product, approach, or technology for the SPP;

(e) A statement that the District intends to competitively acquire the product, approach, or technology if, after testing and evaluation, a decision is reached to continue its use within the District; and

(f) A statement that the proposed price is fair and reasonable.

D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 27, r. 27-2900

Final Rulemaking published at 63 DCR 9374 (7/8/2016)