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This document outlines the AM&S Contracting Process, specifically focusing on the Planning and Solicitation phases. It includes a flowchart that illustrates the sequence of tasks typically involved, such as the evaluation of unsolicited proposals, generation of solicitations, and handling of pre-award protests. The flowchart emphasizes the flexibility within the process and directs users to refer to the official AM&S Contracting Policy and governing directives for comprehensive guidance. This streamlined guide is essential for understanding the key components of the contracting cycle.
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AM&S CONTRACTING PROCESSSee Notes 1, 2, 3 PLANNING SOLICITATION EVALUATION Approved? GFE / GFI? RETURN TO START OF PLANNING PHASE YES NO YES END (Return to Provider) ENTER EVALUATION PHASE GFE / GFI NO Unsolicited Proposal? END OFPLANNINGPHASE YES Unsolicited Proposal Issue Solicitation NO Synopsis Guidance Synopsis Amendments Needed? YES Solicitation Amendments Develop Solicitation Clauses NO Pre-Award Protest? YES Protests Options? NO AM&S E-Commerce Website Use of Options Guidance Receipt of Proposal or Bid Use of Options • NOTES: • Note 1: This flowchart provides a snapshot of the Solicitation Phase in the AM&S Contracting Process. This is only a guide in defining when in the process these • tasks normally occur – the exact location in the contracting cycle for each item is somewhat flexible depending on program/contracting action dynamics. A detailed • analysis of each event in the Planning Phase can be viewed by clicking on the appropriate event. • Note 2: TheOfficial Contracting Process is defined in the AM&S CPPM. • Note 3: Please refer to the governing directives for official guidance. LEGEND BEGIN / END Supporting Information Program Office (See Note) NOTE: These colors represent the dominant lead for each task. AM&S Decision Node