Stage Three: Solicitation Preparation

In Stage three, Solicitation Preparation, procurement professionals prepare for the competitive solicitation process, working in conjunction with cross-functional and evaluation teams to complete the following steps as described in the Georgia Procurement Manual:

• Identify the appropriate solicitation type.
• Finalize the scope of work and develop the solicitation requirements, including solicitation questions.
• Prepare cost line items or cost worksheet.
• Develop the evaluation criteria and award methodology.
• Select the appropriate contract template in consultation with your legal team.