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What are the relative weights of the Phase I evaluation criteria?

Selections will be based on best value to the Government considering the following criteria, which are listed in order of importance, with technical merit and feasibility being most important:

  1. Technical Merit and Feasibility 
  2. Experience, Qualifications, and Facilities
  3. Effectiveness of Proposed Work Plan
  4. Commercial Potential 
  5. Offer Quality