PROCURING BULK PETROLEUM FOR THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT. WHY VENDORS’ OFFERS ARE RATED TECHNICALLY UNACCEPTABLE

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to provide an analysis of the reasons why offerors proposals are deemed technically unacceptable during proposal evaluation of the contract source selection. Based on the analysis, this research will provide recommendations to how DLA Energy (DLAE) could improve its procurement of bulk petroleum. This will help inform industry by making recommendations of how to improve their proposals so that they can be technically acceptable. In pursuing this research purpose, this research will answer the following questions: 1. Based on the analysis of past proposal evaluations, what are the reasons why proposals are rated technically unacceptable? 2. Based on the research findings, how can DLAE Bulk Petroleum Division (BPP) improve its procurement process so that more proposals are rated technically acceptable in future procurements for the acquisition of bulk petroleum products.