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D.C. Municipal Regulations (Last Updated: September 13, 2017) |
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Title 30. LOTTERY AND CHARITABLE GAMES |
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Chapter 30-22. PROCUREMENT BY COMPETITIVE SEALED BIDDING |
Section 30-2250. TWO-STEP SEALED BIDDING
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2250.1The two-step sealed bidding method may be used for procurements requiring technical proposals, particularly those for complex items.
2250.2The two-step sealed bidding method shall be conducted as follows:
(a) The first step consists of solicitation of technical proposals, evaluation of proposals, and (if necessary) discussion of the proposals; and
(b) The second step involves the submission of sealed priced bids by those who submitted acceptable technical proposals in step one.
2250.3The contracting officer shall not request, and the bidder shall not submit, price or price information in step one.
2250.4The contracting officer shall determine the acceptability of the supplies or services offered through clarification and discussion, if necessary, relating to technical proposals.
2250.5Bids submitted shall be evaluated and awards made in accordance with the provisions of this chapter.