Before preparing a bid solicitation, the contracting officer should ensure that the following items have been considered.
Relevant information is then to be included in the bid solicitation.
If a requirement cannot be clearly defined, indicate the objectives and performance criteria to be met, and the evaluation criteria to be used. Ensure that the most efficient and effective procurement strategy is being followed. Indicate whether, and under what conditions, alternatives will be considered. If the intent is to award the contract on the basis of best value, the criteria and the methods that will be used to determine the best value should be stated. Identify potential currency issues.