Glossary
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Preliminary version of an RFP released for industry feedback before final issuance.
Legacy Dun & Bradstreet identifier historically used for federal procurement; replaced by UEI.
Standards and factors used by the buyer to assess proposals and make award decisions.
The offeror’s revised submission after discussions, superseding previous proposal versions.
Pre-negotiated contract program enabling agencies to buy commercial products and services quickly.
A multiple-award IDIQ for IT solutions used across the federal government.
Benefit held by the current contractor due to existing knowledge, systems, and relationships.
A contract that provides for an indefinite quantity of supplies or services during a fixed period.
Evaluation method where the lowest-priced offer meeting minimum technical requirements wins.
Proposal section describing organization, staffing, governance, quality, risk, and communication plans.
Systematic process for understanding available products, services, and industry capabilities.