N.J. Admin. Code § 5:34-4.2

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 11, June 3, 2024

Section 5:34-4.2 - Model evaluation criteria

(a) The following, as appropriate to individual circumstances, shall be used as criteria for evaluating requests for proposals (RFPs) under the competitive contracting process described in 40A:11-4.1 et seq. and 18A:18A-4.1 et seq. These criteria are not intended to be limiting or all-inclusive, and they may be adapted or supplemented in order to meet a contracting unit's individual needs as competitive contracting may dictate. No criteria shall unfairly or illegally discriminate or exclude otherwise capable vendors.

1. Technical criteria:

i. Proposed methodology:

(1) Does the vendor's proposal demonstrate a clear understanding of the scope of work and related objectives?

(2) Is the vendor's proposal complete and responsive to the specific RFP requirements?

(3) Has the past performance of the vendor's proposed methodology been documented?

(4) Does the vendor's proposal use innovative technology and techniques?

ii. Are sound environmental practices such as recycling, energy efficiency, and waste reduction used?

2. Management criteria:

i. Project management:

(1) How well does the proposed scheduling timeline meet the contracting unit's needs?

(2) Is there a project management plan?

ii. History and experience in performing the work:

(1) Does the vendor document a record of reliability of timely delivery and on-time and on-budget implementation?

(2) Does the vendor demonstrate a track record of service as evidenced by on-time, on-budget, and contract compliance performance?

(3) Does the vendor document industry or program experience?

(4) Does the vendor have a record of moral integrity?

iii. Availability of personnel, facilities, equipment and other resources:

(1) To what extent does the vendor rely on in-house resources vs. contracted resources?

(2) Are the availability of in-house and contract resources documented?

iv. Qualification and experience of personnel:

(1) Documentation of experience in performing similar work by employees and when appropriate, sub-contractors?

(2) Does the vendor make use of business capabilities or initiatives that involve women, the disadvantaged, small and/or minority owned business establishments?

(3) Does the vendor demonstrate cultural sensitivity in hiring and training staff?

3. Cost criteria:

i. Cost of goods to be provided or services to be performed:

(1) Relative cost: How does the cost compare to other similarly scored proposals?

(2) Full explanation: Is the price and its component charges, fees, etc. adequately explained or documented?

ii. Assurances of performance:

(1) If required, are suitable bonds, warranties, or guarantees provided?

(2) Does the proposal include quality control and assurance programs?

iii. Vendor's financial stability and strength:

(1) Does the vendor have sufficient financial resources to meet its obligations?

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