Section R907-33-6 - Multiple Award Contracts(1) Multiple Award Contracts. Awarding a contract for an indefinite quantity of a product or service to more than one seller. Contracts may be entered on a multiple award basis when the manager of procurement services determines that one or more of the following criteria is applicable:(a) It is administratively or economically impractical to develop or modify specifications for a myriad of related supplies because of rapid technological changes.(b) The subjective nature in the use of certain supplies and the fact that recognizing this need creates a more efficient use of the item.(c) It is administratively or economically impractical to develop or modify specifications because of the heterogeneous nature or dissimilar attributes of the product lines.(d) There is a need for compatibility with existing systems.(e) The department should select the contractor to furnish the supply, service or construction based upon best value or return on investment.(f) The product or service being procured serves a purpose of preventing or forestalling a threat to public health, welfare or safety.(2) The Department may use invitations for bids or requests for proposals to solicit for multiple award contracts.(3) If the Department anticipates entering into a multiple award contract before issuing the invitation for bids or request for proposals, it will:(a) State in the solicitation that the Department may enter into multiple award contracts at the end of the procurement process, and(b) describe the methodology the Department will use to determine the number of contract awards.Utah Admin. Code R907-33-6
Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2019-23, effective 11/7/2019