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(a) Qualification-based selection is a procurement method for goods and services that does not require an award to the lowest responsible bidder. Qualification-based selection allows the City to evaluate qualifications of a person or a firm and to negotiate project scope, schedule, budget and any other matter relative to procurement. The Director of Contracts and Procurement or designee may initiate a qualifications-based selection in accordance with rules and regulations promulgated pursuant to TMC 3.30.050.

(b) A request for proposal is a procurement method for goods and services that does not require an award to the lowest responsible bidder. The City identifies the goods or services needed, including the scope of work and deliverables. The Director of Contracts and Procurement or designee may initiate a request for proposal in accordance with rules and regulations promulgated pursuant to TMC 3.30.050.

(c) The following factors will be considered in evaluating a proposal:

(1) Adequacy and completeness of proposal;

(2) Compliance with terms and conditions of the request;

(3) Experience in providing like services or goods;

(4) Qualified staff;

(5) Methodology in accomplishing objectives;

(6) Price; and

(7) Any other requirements specific to the goods or services. (Ord. 20404 § 4, 1-17-23.)