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Chapter 3: Survey Findings on Standard Form 255
Pages 13-21

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From page 13...
... Hence, the basic SF 255 structure should be maintained, but can be improved. Recommended improvements are discussed under the relevant questions below.
From page 14...
... The additional information agencies occasionally request includes: CADD capabilities. Equipment information.
From page 15...
... However, agencies are often requesting the following information as an extension of the SF 255 data: Expansion of Block 8 to show more project details. Matrices showing proposed key personnel, their firm and office location, their role in the relevant projects in Block 8, and their role and percentage of time to be assigned ~ the announced project.
From page 16...
... SHOULD BLOCK 7 BE MODIFIED TO PRESENT THE ROLES OF THE PROPOSED KEY PERSONNEL IN THE EXAMPLE PROJECTS IN BLOCK 8? There were 187 agency responses to this question, which are summarized Gout 81% 19% No.
From page 17...
... Clarify whether the completion date is for the A-E services or the construction project. Incorporate projects for the key consultants.
From page 18...
... Many agency respondents said they preferred using written performance evaluations instead of calling references.
From page 19...
... ARE A-E FIRMS TYPICALLY REQUIRED TO PROVIDE AN ORGANIZATION CHART FOR THE PROPOSED TEAM, INCLUDING OFFICE LOCATIONS AND KEY PERSONNEL, VVITH THEIR SF 255? There were 215 responses to this question (168 from agencies and 47 from A-E firms)
From page 20...
... 41% 49% 42% Yes. Synopsis of Comments: Agencies often request that a corporate quality management plan be submitted with a SF 255, and some A-E firms provide it even if not requested.
From page 21...
... Respondents indicate that the structured format saves time and effort and allows efficient and consistent evaluations. Those respondents favoring a less structured format said qualified firms need more flexibility to submit data appropriate to the project.


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