This method is more often utilized in the acquisition of services. The scope of work for the contract cannot be accurately and completely defined by the agency. This often occurs for acquistitions of rapidly changing technology, outsourcing, or complex services. This often occurs for acquisition of emerging technologies or complex services. The responses may contain innovative solutions that differ from what the agency may have requested and this process allows for those types of alternatives to be considered.
Award is made to the offeror with the best combination of proposal and price qualifications.
The State of Florida promotes free and open competition through its specifications. In addition, the state strives to design specifications for compatibility with standard trade practices and to use procedures in accordance with the law and prudent business practice.