VA Handbook 0055
July 28, 2003
a. Step One Energy Assessment Contractor Selection.
(1) The Office of Asset Enterprise Management (OAEM) will identify, through market
research, qualified contractors to perform energy assessments (EA). OAEM will provide a list
of pre-qualified EA contractors to the administrations and staff offices.
(2) When contracting for EA(s), the administrations and staff offices shall select no fewer
than three of the pre-qualified contractors to competitively bid on the EA and then select the
best value contractor and obtain the necessary procurement approvals.
(3) OAEM will provide assistance in developing/reviewing the statement of work and
selection criteria, and/or in reviewing the bids.
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